The Cathedral of Toledo, The Piazza del Campo, Panama Canal
Synopsis
More than 6,300 workers died during the construction of the Panama Canal, which opened in 1914 and transformed global maritime trade.
Synopsis
The Panama Canal, inaugurated on August 15, 1914, transformed global maritime trade by connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The documentary details the canal's challenging construction, which began under French leadership in the 1880s and saw over 6,300 worker deaths. It also includes the Cathedral of Toledo, known for its Gothic architecture, and the Piazza del Campo in Siena, Italy, famed for its shell-shaped design and cultural significance. Directed by Jacques VICHET.
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Why Watch
- Find out how the Panama Canal changed global shipping routes.
- See the challenges faced by workers during the canal's construction.
- Meet the historical figures behind the construction of the canal.
- Discover the legends that shaped the city of Siena.
Did You Know
- In 1999, the Panama Canal was nationalized and generates around one billion dollars annually.
- Over 17,000 workers were required for the Panama Canal project, with one-third dying due to diseases.
- The Panama Canal was completed in 1914, during a time of global instability as World War I began.
- The city of Siena was founded by the sons of Remus, who fled Rome after their father's assassination.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Panama Canal completed?
The Panama Canal was completed in 1914.
How many ships navigate the Panama Canal daily?
Approximately 40 ships navigate daily between the Atlantic and the Pacific.
What was the cause of the high death toll during the construction of the Panama Canal?
Over 6,300 people died during the construction due to diseases like malaria and yellow fever.
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