The Erie Canal: A Transformational 'Big Ditch' in America's History
Two hundred years ago, DeWitt Clinton boarded a canal boat on the shores of Lake Erie, marking the beginning of a new era.
On October, Clinton's vessel, the Seneca Chief, set off from Buffalo, the westernmost port of the newly constructed Erie Canal, and traveled east to Albany, then down the Hudson River to New York City.
"the Wedding of the Waters"
This historic journey culminated on November 4 with a ceremonial event, solidifying the canal's significance in American history.
The Erie Canal, now a National Historic Monument, has a lasting legacy, with even Abraham Lincoln aspiring to become "the DeWitt Clinton of Illinois" as a young politician.
Author's summary: The Erie Canal transformed America 200 years ago.
- Completed 200 years ago
- Connected Lake Erie to the Atlantic Ocean
- Played a significant role in America's development
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