I called to them that we were going to make a break for the main canal.

The first plans for the canal were drawn up in 1831.

From 1894 to 1911, the economic need for the canal was repeatedly called into question.

Water for the canal is usually provided by the original natural stream.

What shipping companies would ask is for the canal to remain in American hands.

Later in 1824, a revised route was put forward for the canal.

The plan does not surrender commercial hopes for the canal.

The river is used as an overflow for the canal.

We had enough men to try to break for the main canal and could begin to withdraw now, before another assault.

Planning for the canal crossing dates back to at least the beginning of the 20th century.