History of the Detroit/Windsor Tunnel

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Pre-construction


Pre-construction

From the late 1860s until the late 1920s the idea of a tunnel constructed between Windsor and Detroit caused a lively debate.

Construction


Construction

The construction of the Detroit-Canada Tunnel is still regarded as one of the great engineering wonders of the world.

Post-construction


Post-construction

From its opening day to the present day, the tunnel has gone through many changes.