Route 66 Celebrates Centennial as a Symbol of American Culture and History
Route 66, the iconic American highway stretching 2,448 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, celebrates its 100th anniversary. Known as the 'Mother Road,' Route 66 has been a symbol of American freedom and adventure, inspiring numerous books, songs, and films. The highway has evolved over the decades, witnessing the Dust Bowl migration, postwar economic booms, and the rise of the freeway system. Today, it remains a living historic landmark, attracting tourists to its vintage motels, neon signs, and roadside attractions. 
