U.S. Route 66
former U.S. Numbered Highway in the United States
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U.S. Route 66 was a major highway that connected different parts of the United States before it was decommissioned. It became an iconic part of American history and culture, symbolizing cross-country travel and adventure during much of the 20th century.
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U.S. Route 66 or U.S. Highway 66 (US 66 or Route 66) was one of the original highways in the United States Numbered Highway System. Established on November 11, 1926, with signage erected the following year, the highway ran from Chicago, Illinois, through Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona before terminating in Santa Monica, California, covering 2,448 miles (3,940 km).
US 66 became a major route for westward migration, particularly during the Dust Bowl of the 1930s, and contributed to the economic development of communities along its path. It later faced decline as traffic was diverted to the Interstate Highway System in the mid-20th century.
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