🌍 The Panama Canal: Connecting Oceans, Transforming Trade The Panama Canal is a vital maritime shortcut linking the Atlantic Ocean (via the Caribbean Sea) to the Pacific Ocean. Spanning 82 km (51 miles) across Panama, it revolutionized global shipping by saving time and avoiding the treacherous Cape Horn route. 🚢 Key Highlights: Opened: August 15, 1914 Function: Uses a system of locks (e.g., Gatun Locks) to lift ships over varying elevations. Importance: Handles over 14,000 ships annually, boo

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