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‘Muck Pumps’ Keep Mexico City Subway Extension Moving Forward

‘Muck Pumps’ Keep Mexico City Subway Extension Moving Forward

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Application Report 11 Mexico City, Mexico ‘Muck Pumps’ Keep Mexico City Subway Extension Moving Forward When the Spanish conquered the Aztecs in 1521, they subsequently drained the lake upon which the ancient city of Tenochitlan (today’s Mexico City) stood. While their rationale was sound—further development of the region—it’s doubtful they realized the repercussions that doing so would have on future generations.

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