Panama Canal defense being held by United States during ww2

Abstract

This analysis examines the rationale and process behind Panama's decision to grant the United States defense rights within the context of the Panama Canal construction project. It will explore the financial arrangements surrounding the canal's development, specifically how Panama funded the project. Additionally, the paper will investigate the decision-making processes employed by Panama during the canal construction period. Finally, it will discuss the impact of the canal's completion on Panamanian trade and the potential role of any material surpluses that may have existed at the project's conclusion.