Historical Events tagged with "Panama"
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Control of the Panama Canal Transferred to Panama
The U.S. government officially transferred control of the Panama Canal and the Panama Canal Zone to the Republic of Panama, fulfilling the terms of the Torrijos–Carter Treaties signed in 1977. This handover marked a significant milestone in Panamanian sovereignty and was celebrated by many Panamanians as a triumph of national pride. The event was witnessed by prominent leaders and involved extensive planning and coordination between U.S. and Panamanian authorities.
Continue ReadingCopa Airlines Flight 201 crashes in Darién Gap
Copa Airlines Flight 201, a Boeing 737-200, tragically broke apart mid-air and crashed into the Darién Gap in Panama. All 47 passengers and crew on board were killed. The flight, en route from Panama City to Cali, Colombia, encountered severe weather conditions that contributed to its disastrous fate. Witnesses reported seeing flames before the aircraft fell from the sky, emphasizing the suddenness of the incident.
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