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He is most responsible for beginning the canal's construction. His company (The New Panama Canal Company) began construction in 1878. Construction was halted though because of problems with engineering and disease. The canal was eventually sold to the US for $40 million.
He is also responsible for the Suez Canal, by the way.
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What nicknames does Count Alexandre DeLesseps go by?
Count Alexandre DeLesseps goes by Alex.
When did DeLesseps Story Morrison die?
DeLesseps Story Morrison died on 1964-05-22.
When was DeLesseps Story Morrison born?
DeLesseps Story Morrison was born on 1912-01-18.
Where is panamas capital building?
Panama's Capitol Building is located in "Panama City, Panama.
Where can you find the head of government in panama?
government building in panama city, Panama
In what year did you start building the panama canal?
I did not begin building the panama canal, and I did not finish it either.
Which president worked with Colombia for the opportunity of building a canal in Panama?
Theodore Roosevelt worked with Colombia for the opportunity of building a canal in Panama.
How many lives were lost during the building of the panama canal?
There were at least 100 lives lost building the Panama canal.
When was the building of Panama Canal?
1914
What building project is roosevelt most famous for?
Panama Canal
Who painted the murals in the Panama Canal Building?
William B. Van Ingen is credited with painting the murals in the Panama Canal Building.
What was in the way of of building the Panama Canal?
malaria.
