The Channel Tunnel that was never built
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The ‘Chunnel’ may be the UK’s most famous underwater tunnel, but the British have been trying to dig to Europe since 1880 – and plans still remain for a second Channel Tunnel.
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Why was the channel tunnel not built as a road? - Quora
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How Are Underwater Tunnels Built? What You Need To Know
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Historic Tunnel Hill railway tunnel for lease, though owner says
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Why was the channel tunnel not built as a road? - Quora
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Why was the channel tunnel not built as a road? - Quora
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