The Construction of Canals Throughout History

Who constructed canals?

Answer:

A fellows morton, claton boat

Explanation:

The UK canals were originally built during the Industrial Revolution to carry cargo - long before motorways and even before trains.

When was the first canal constructed?

Answer:

The great canal of Darius I: 6th century BC..so Daniel I created the first canal

Explanation:

But the world's first canal created purely for water transport is an incomparably more ambitious affair. Between about 520 and 510 BC the Persian emperor, Darius I, invests heavily in the economy of his newly conquered province of Egypt.

Why were canals originally built during the Industrial Revolution?

The canals were originally built during the Industrial Revolution to facilitate the transportation of goods and raw materials to support the growing industries. Canals provided a cost-effective and efficient mode of transportation for heavy cargo in a time before motorways and trains were widely available.