Today in history for Dec. 31
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Significant Events Today in History
Panama Canal turned over to Panama.
On December 31, 1999, the United States, in accordance with the Torrijos-Carter Treaties, officially hands over control of the Panama Canal, putting the strategic waterway into Panamanian hands for the first time. Crowds of Panamanians celebrated the transfer of the 50-mile canal, which links the… READ MORE
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