Route 66 Research Paper

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How do you think Route 66 became so popular to all Americans? Route 66 is well known because it led people from Chicago to Santa Monica. It was also called "THE ROAD" by many people. The Blue Highway was also unique. Let's find out how the Blue Highway became so popular and how it became so amazing!

Did you know that Route 66 is very popular? Blue Highway is popular because it represents America where people can open a small business or even a tourist attraction. It also takes you back to what it used to look like in the 1900's. Also around every corner of the famous Blue Highway there was always something new, different, and interesting. Blue Highways connect small cities and rural areas that may once have had dreams

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