The History of the Purchase by the United States of the Panama Canal: The Manner of Payment, and the Distribution of the Proceeds of Sale is a book written by William John Curtis in 1909. The book provides a comprehensive account of the acquisition of the Panama Canal by the United States, including the financial arrangements made to purchase the canal and how the proceeds of the sale were distributed. The book covers the history of the Panama Canal from its initial construction by the French in the late 19th century to its eventual sale to the United States in 1904. It delves into the political and economic factors that led to the sale, including the failure of the French company to complete the canal and the strategic importance of the canal to the United States. Curtis also provides a detailed analysis of the financial arrangements made to purchase the canal, including the payment of $40 million to the French company and the subsequent negotiations with the Colombian government for control of the canal zone. The book examines the legal and political challenges faced by the United States in acquiring the canal and the role of key figures such as Theodore Roosevelt in the process. Overall, The History of the Purchase by the United States of the Panama Canal is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Panama Canal and the role of the United States in its acquisition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.