Sapulpa Times
Rachel Whitney June 6, 2024
Route 66, Will Rogers Highway, The Mother Road, The Main Street of America, The Most Famous Highway in the World, The Road of Dreams. Tulsa, the Capital of Route 66. Sapulpa, Crossroads of America.
Highway US 66 earned its moniker The Main Street of America “due to its central role in American transportation and culture. The road connected countless small towns and businesses across the country, making it a symbol of American small-town life.”
The 100th anniversary of Route 66 is nearing in a couple of years, November 11, 1926-2026. “Despite its decommissioning in 1985, Route 66 remains an iconic emblem of exploration and the American trip. It just might be ‘The Most Famous Highway in the World.’”
In just a few years, the Great Depression took over the world, and the Dust Bowl covered the Midwest. People began moving east to west, looking for jobs and a place to call home for their families.” The iconic highway represented a path to a brighter future for countless Americans seeking jobs and prosperity in the West. Its rich history, captivating landscapes, and cultural significance continue to inspire dreams of adventure and exploration.”
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