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    The author of the passage, "The Best of America is on Blue Highway," explains why traveling on route 66 is the best way to see America. Route 66 that represents America and the author is effective for prove to that route 66 represents America. For this particular day, the story that you all have been waiting for I am going to tell you in my own words about Visual, History, and Tariffs, so stay tune for more you never know it might give you something to think about. Interstate roads are flat

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    Route 66 History

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    Louis, is historic Route 66. The highway was founded in 1926, following the ideas of Cyrus Avery and John Woodruff. Both believed Route 66 would bring “prosperity” to the nation, along with Cyrus Avery’s need for an easier way to distribute oil for his company. The highway prospered, along with those who lived along it. When The National Highway Act of 1956 passed, Route 66 began to steadily decline before finally being decommissioned in 1985. Even after its end, Route 66 continues to provide

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    Route 66 Thesis

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    out insightfully, “Route 66 is a symbol of American identity, a pilgrimage site for personal voyages of self-discovery” (283). It was established in 1926. Stretching nearly 2500 miles, Route 66 “captured America’s sense of freedom, adventure and opportunity” (Blitz, par. 1). Although Route 66 is no longer an important thoroughfare for cars travelling from Chicago to Los Angeles, it continues to be a road trip many people long to experience. As Payne and Hurt put it, “Route 66 is a destination in

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    Route 66 Analysis

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    Erttttt. As I slammed on brakes in theupcoming chaotic traffic. Maybe I should get off on the next exit and take the back roads. As in back roads I mean good ole Route 66. Exit up ahead. Ah sweet ole Route 66. As many people think that the Interstate is an easy quick way to get from where they was to where they need to be at; others may think it is terrible and drains their time so they take other highways. If you are like some out of many you want something calm and collective; not busy and

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    Route 66 In America

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    America is by hopping on Route 66. It is the best way to see America in the beginning. The highways we know are so boring that they suck the life out of you. On the other hand if you go threw Route 66 you can have a peaceful time discovering knew places and roads. Route 66 was one of the busiest and most peaceful interstate in America. It is the most memorable places in the world that people will never forget. It makes them never forget why the highway was ever made. Route 66 represents the birth

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    Route 66 Speech

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    would be amazing to see the wonders of America's Blue Highway Route 66. This route is where you can see the magnificent places like farms, animals, and countries you have never seen before. Route 66 is like a different world compared to the interstate which all you see while driving is plain road and that will just be a plain dull drive. One of the most famous routes to take is Route 66. In the article it states that this route can take you back in time because it was a historic road that

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    Route 66 Research Paper

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    Route 66 History and Culture Route 66 was one of the original and most famous roads in the United States and was established on November 11, 1926. Entrepreneurs John Woodruff of Springfield and Cyrus Avery of Tulsa played a crucial role in promoting the concept of an interregional link between Los Angeles and Chicago. However, their lobbying efforts did not bear much fruit until the initiation of the national program towards the development of highways and roads. Notably, legislations for public

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    a semi-truck. That is why I do not like interstates. They are so boring. I wish I was on the famous Route 66. On Route 66 you could see interesting and awesome stuff. You can find historical things, and is why better than these lame interstates. They are so annoying. Unlike Route 66 there is always something cool around every corner. On Route 66 it feels like home. When you go to Route 66 you see old places that make your grandpa feel like he is home. Your family will enjoy it. If you were

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    Route 66 Research Paper

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    Route 66, is very unique and fascinating. It is an amazing highway filled with astonishing places the whole trip down it. Route 66 is the definition of America. Some people do not want to take the interstate because of all the traffic and it is boring because around every turn there are just more cars and more buildings. That is why some people prefer taking Route 66 to see more and do more stuff. The Interstate, is one of the most boring and fast paced things in the American society today

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    them, I would take the back roads like Route 66. Route 66 has small town restaurants, stores, and everyone knows everyone. It does not have those huge semi's that zoom past you. It is not busy at all. This road has landmarks, and stuff that you might never see again. Route 66 is filled with curves, little town stores, tourist attractions, and one in a lifetime experience. When you are on the interstate all there is are cars, signs, and more cars. Route 66's stores might have stuff you have never

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