Suez Canal
The commission comprised 13 experts from seven countries, including John Robinson McClean, later president of the Institution of Civil Engineers, and Alois Negrelli.
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John Robinson McClean Biography and Timeline
Follow John Robinson McClean through 4 dated historical records for Great Britain.
John Robinson McClean, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1854–1855Years on this page
1854
Suez Canal
They examined Linant de Bellefonds's plans and advised on the canal's feasibility and best route.
Suez Canal
Under the concessions, Ferdinand de Lesseps convened the International Commission for the Piercing of the Isthmus of Suez.
1855
Canal Commission
Serves among international experts examining the feasibility and route of the proposed Suez Canal.
Role range: 1855-1855
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