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Why did they call it Route 66?

Anonymous

∙ 12y ago

Updated: 9/22/2023

The story -- and it is difficult to confirm or deny -- is that Cyrus Avery, the chief champion of a designated federal route between Chicago and Los Angeles, agreed to this number because it was easy to remember and had a nice ring to it.

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∙ 12y ago

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What do tourists do on Arizona route 66?

They get their Kicks on Route 66. Of course there is no Official Route 66 in 2010.

Is route 66 capitalized?

Route 66, yes, it's capitalized

When was route 66 bulit?

Route 66 was built in the 1920s during the "Roaring Twenties".

Was Route 66 once called Route 666?

Yes. Route 66 was once called Route 666. It was originally the sixth branch of the long gone Route 66 that runs through four states in the west.

What is the abbreviation for route as in route 66?

rte

What Is The Most Common Route?

route 66

What highway route goes from Chicago through the American Southwest?

US Route 66 which no longer Officially exists.It will live live on forever in the hearts and minds of American Travelers.

What year was route 66 opened?

route 66 was established or opened in November 11, 1926

When did the construction of route 66 start?

The construction of Route 66 began in November 11, 1926.

Where can download Route 66 UK maps for free?

where can i find 66 route map free for U.K

How do i get from the beginning of Route 66 to the end of route 66?

Go to Chicago then follow the signs to Santa Monica

What town in Illinois does route 66 start?

Route 66 starts in Chicago.http://www.roadsideamerica.com/tip/27039