Springfield’s Subtle Spark: The Birth of Route 66
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Springfield, Missouri, is the birthplace of Route 66’s name: in 1926 officials chose the number 66 at a Springfield meeting, creating a standardized cross-country highway that shaped American road culture; today the city preserves key Route 66 sites and will host centennial celebrations in 2026.
Topics:nation#american-road-culture#road-trips#route-66#springfield-missouri#travel#us-numbered-highway-system
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