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Assuming the thing gets done?
We'll say combatting malaria is already developed?
That Panama is already independent (say, political chaos in Colombia) OR a deal is dealt with the Colombians.
Better financing is arranged.
I KNOW there are a zillion reasons why building or paying for a French Panama Canal is Doomed. To. Fail.
I'd like to know the opinions of people wondering what effect a French Panama Canal would have on history between the opening through now.