Panama and Latin America Answers

2 verified answers

Why was the journey of the Oregon used to support the idea of a canal across Central America?

The Oregon’s journey would have been unnecessary with a canal.

The Oregon could have made its journey much more quickly using a canal.

A canal could have served as a navy base for more naval ships.

How would the existence of a canal in Central America help Roosevelt achieve his goal?

Central America is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean.

A canal would give the United States access to the Pacific Ocean.

A canal in Central America would make it easier to reach the Pacific Ocean from the eastern coast of the United States.

Did you find these answers helpful?

More from this Course