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Erie Canal
Colonie, New York
Historical Marker Database · Howard C. Ohlhous
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THE STORY
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The Erie Canal was dug in 1822 and enlarged in 1842, and remains of both canals are evident. It opened from Albany to Buffalo in 1825.
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Photo: Howard C. Ohlhous
Photo: Howard C. Ohlhous
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Colonie, New York · USA
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