Russia plans tunnel to link Siberia and Alaska

International Press Tribune ^ | April 18, 2007 | Andrew E. Kramer

[RightWhale]

I was surprised to learn that the bridge from Alaska to Siberia was considered shortly after the Alaska purchase from Russia at the end of the Civil War. But then, it was equally surprising to learn that the canal connecting the Danube to the Rhine was considered by Charlemagne. Anyway, the former Governor is in Moscow to see about getting this $65 billion project underway. There is still some laughter about the Hickel Highway, but the Alaska Railroad was originally planned to go to the North Slope rather than stop in Fairbanks in the middle of nowhere.

[gonzo]

"...I was surprised to learn that the bridge from Alaska to Siberia was considered shortly after the Alaska purchase from Russia at the end of the Civil War. But then, it was equally surprising to learn that the canal connecting the Danube to the Rhine was considered by Charlemagne..."

Massive projects like this always seem to promote understanding and business! The Suez and Panama Canals, the Chunnel, etc., just make things better overall.

But then, I'm an engineer and I like $hit like this .............. FRegards

[Eska]

Funny how some of Hickel’s pipedreams aren’t viewed quite with ridicule today.

[RightWhale]

Hickel is great, no question. Another good Gov was Cowper, although that sentiment is not popular.

[SunkenCiv]

Montage of scenes previewing show “It couldn’t be done.” Band 5th Dimension aboard a boat singing song If I had a Hammer.
Location: United States
Date: 1970
Duration: 2 min 8 sec
Sound: Yes
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