Author: Elmer Lawrence CorthellPublisher: N[ew] Y[ork] : Browne & Company
ISBN:
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
The Atlantic & Pacific Ship-railway Across the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, in Mexico
Author: Elmer Lawrence CorthellPublisher: N[ew] Y[ork] : Browne & Company
ISBN:
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
The Atlantic & Pacific Ship-railway Across the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, in Mexico
Author: Elmer Lawrence CorthellPublisher: N[ew] Y[ork] : Browne & Company
ISBN:
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
The Atlantic Pacific Ship-Railway
Author: Elmer L. CorthellPublisher:
ISBN: 9781330598979
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
Excerpt from The Atlantic Pacific Ship-Railway: Across the Isthmus of Tehuantepec in Mexico, Considered Commercially, Politically Constructively The purpose of the Author in the following pages is to present, in a concise yet comprehensive form, the commercial and political reasons for an interoceanic communication between the Atlantic and Pacific at the Isthmus of Tehuantepec in Mexico; also to bring together the more important facts that prove the practicability and the economy of a Ship-Railway. The previous discussions, while complete in detail, have been partial and fragmentary. The writer has had exceptional advantages in investigating this subject; he made examinations on the Isthmus and the surveys of its harbors in 1880, and has since that time conducted, through very efficient and experienced engineers, complete topographical surveys of the Isthmus, on which the plans, profiles and estimates are based. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
The Atlantic & Pacific Ship-Railway Across the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, in Mexico
Author: Elmer Lawrence CorthellPublisher: Palala Press
ISBN: 9781358246739
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
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The Land Divided: A History of the Panama Canal and Other Isthmian Canal Projects
Author: Gerstle MackPublisher: Plunkett Lake Press
ISBN:
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 840
Book Description
“Over the last four centuries there has accumulated a vast literature relating to scores of projects for linking the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans in the American tropics... Mr. Mack has undertaken, in the volume under review, to combine these numerous and varied sources into a history of all interoceanic canal projects in the Western Hemisphere from the discovery of America to the present day. The result is a work of unparalleled comprehensiveness in this field, based upon extensive research, and presented in a well-organized and exceptionally readable form... [of] superior merit.” — The American Historical Review “[This] book is important. It is the first definitive history of the Panama Canal, richly complete with colorful details of the explorations, conquests, intrigues, crackpot theories and engineering genius that went into the making of it... The Land Divided is an important book.” — The New York Times “A history of the Panama Canal which should provide for study and reference the definitive book on that project. From the 16th century explorers, the search for the ‘doubtful strait’, the first conception of an artificial canal in 1529, this outlines the adventures and aggressions in Spanish waters down to the 19th century and the French revival of the project of a canal. Meticulous tracing of the controversy, of local affairs in Panama, of political and international claims and disputes, of private interests vying with government interests, innumerable surveys, accelerated interest as the gold discoveries in California emphasized the need. Then de Lesseps, and the grandiose scheme and tragic failure, the bankruptcy of the Panama Canal Company and the ensuing scandals. The formation of a new international company, rivalry between Nicaragua and Panama, the U.S. purchase of the concession, the decision for the lock canal, and the amazing achievement with Gorgas and Goethals responsible. A history which is history, politics, finance, science, and which ignores no phase and no detail of the accomplishment that was to unite the world.” — Kirkus “[A]n exhaustive history of the Panama Canal... The author has achieved splendid success in his five years of careful research, compilation, and presentation of a full-length history of all the elements present in the creation of the canal... the author deserves recognition for his painstaking effort and ability in writing this scholarly volume.” — Proceedings of the US Naval Institute “The economic historian will find this book interesting and useful. It covers the whole history of the isthmian route — the search for a strait, the transit business, the abortive canal projects, the construction of the Panama Canal.” — The Journal of Economic History “Of prime interest to the historian and economist perhaps, this book should be a welcome addition to any serious geographical library. It is a systematic and well documented history of the Panama Canal and other isthmian canal projects... Mr. Mack has produced a most useful and readable account.” — The Geographical Journal “[A] book written with knowledge and insight.” — Geographical Review “[A] useful work of reference.” — Political Science Quarterly
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Author: Justin WinsorThe Atlantic & Pacific Ship-Railway Across the Isthmus of Tehauntepec, in Mexico, Considered Commercially, Politically & Constructively
Author: Elmer Lawrence CorthellPublisher: Palala Press
ISBN: 9781357455019
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 88
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Author: United States. War Dept. LibraryPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
The Cowboy and the Canal
Author: J.M. CarlislePublisher: Tangent Publishers
ISBN: 098968279X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 337
Book Description
Within a richly layered context, The Cowboy and the Canal probes the intrigue behind Roosevelt's decision to purchase the expiring concession, rotting machinery, and dilapidated buildings from the bankrupt French Panama Canal Company and dig the interoceanic canal in Panama instead of the favored site, Nicaragua. Drawing from primary sources-newspaper stories, editorials, political cartoons, the Congressional record, books, magazines, journals, and letters-The Cowboy and the Canal reintroduces the voices who criticized Roosevelt's actions and questioned his motives, that through time and historical homogenization, have removed from what was at the time, a heated national conversation. These voices add a balance to what has been a one-sided conversation that lauds Roosevelt for "taking Panama" and ignores his indispensable role in manufacturing a rebellion within the country of an ally, Colombia, and in creating one of the biggest frauds of its kind ever perpetrated upon the American people.
Index of Publications, Articles and Maps Relating to Mexico, in the War Department Library
Author: United States. War Department. LibraryPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Mexican literature
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description