The Channel Tunnel | The Train Tunnel Beneath the Sea

For centuries people dreamed of connecting England and France with a tunnel beneath the sea.

Most people believed it was impossible.

But in 1994, the Channel Tunnel finally opened — linking the two countries with a 31-mile rail tunnel beneath the English Channel.

In Episode 134 of Believe It or Not!, Bryan tells the incredible story of how engineers built one of the greatest infrastructure projects in modern history.

Learn about:

• The history of the Channel Tunnel idea
• How tunnel boring machines dug beneath the seabed
• The moment British and French workers met underground
• Why the project took nearly 200 years to complete

Perfect for curious listeners, students, and anyone fascinated by engineering marvels.

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