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Channel Tunnel
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rail tunnel beneath the English Channel between France and Great Britain
The Channel Tunnel is a rail tunnel that runs underneath the English Channel, connecting France and Great Britain. It matters because it provides a direct transportation link between the two countries, allowing passengers and freight to travel by train without needing to use ships or planes.
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