Historical Events tagged with "massena"
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Groundbreaking for Saint Lawrence Seaway
The groundbreaking ceremony for the Saint Lawrence Seaway was held in Massena, New York, marking a significant milestone in North American transportation history. Key figures, including U.S. Secretary of State John Foster Dulles and Canadian Prime Minister Louis St. Laurent, delivered speeches emphasizing the importance of the project for both nations. This project aimed to improve trade routes and facilitate shipping across the Great Lakes into the Atlantic Ocean, boosting economic development in the region. The ceremony symbolized the collaboration between the United States and Canada in enhancing infrastructure and fostering trade relations.
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