He demonstrated a grasp of the nature of the conflict, treating the massive project as a humanitarian and engineering effort. After making considerable progress with the construction of the necessary infrastructure and railroad system for excavation and improving workers’ living conditions, Stevens resigned from the chief engineer position in January 1907. His impact on the workforce was evident as the day he left Panama, thousands of showed up on the dock to say farewell, and presented him with a gold watch, diamond ring, silver tea set, and two bound volumes containing signatures of more than 10,000 employees. Stevens’ steadfast dedication to improving conditions for the workforce and strategic planning for the construction of the canal laid the foundation for the eventual success of the massive
He demonstrated a grasp of the nature of the conflict, treating the massive project as a humanitarian and engineering effort. After making considerable progress with the construction of the necessary infrastructure and railroad system for excavation and improving workers’ living conditions, Stevens resigned from the chief engineer position in January 1907. His impact on the workforce was evident as the day he left Panama, thousands of showed up on the dock to say farewell, and presented him with a gold watch, diamond ring, silver tea set, and two bound volumes containing signatures of more than 10,000 employees. Stevens’ steadfast dedication to improving conditions for the workforce and strategic planning for the construction of the canal laid the foundation for the eventual success of the massive