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This road is the first mail route in North America, established in 1673 by King Charles II of England. In 1767, while Benjamin Franklin was Postmaster General, mileage was marked out with stone markers from Boston to New York City. Erected 2006 by West Brookfield Historical Commission. Topics and series.
National Road mile markers were set at 1 mile intervals along the north side of the Road. Each state's mile markers were a different design, but all displayed the same information. Ohio's markers were square with round heads, made of an early form of concrete, sandstone, or limestone, while in Pennsylvania they were obelisks made of cast iron.
National Old Trail Road in Wayne County is marked by the 18-foot high Madonna of the Trail statue. The National Road was a primary route for immigration into Indiana and provided access to essential eastern markets for Hoosier companies. Two such . . . — — Map (db m238934) HM
During road construction it was known as Mile 103 or "Summit," a side track stop on a high point (elev 1198 feet) of the . . . — — Map (db m171180) HM 91 Oklahoma, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma City, Central Oklahoma City — Oklahoma City Oil Field —
Some markers simply recite facts while others are insightful, obscure, cryptic, patriotic, fascinating, sad, funny, or just downright bizarre. Many of those markers are on these pages, others are waiting for you to discover and add them to this database. So hit the road and experience history first-hand yourself. History happened nearby.
National Road mile markers were set at 1 mile intervals along the north side of the Road. Each states mile markers were a different design, but all displayed the same information. Ohio’s markers were square with round heads, made of an early form of concrete, sandstone, or limestone, while in Pennsylvania they were made of cast iron.
Markers point out the principal points in these noted engagements. The Jefferson Davis Highway (E) [U.S 1] between Washington and Richmond is interesting in many phases of history. The road between Washington and Fredericksburg follows the ancient trail and passes many places connected with the early settlement.
It is on Bristow Road (Local Route 619) 0.4 miles east of Nokesville Road (Virginia Route 28), on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Bristow VA 20136, United States of America. Touch for directions. Other nearby markers. At least 4 other markers are Paid Advertisement
The National Road from Baltimore to Cumberland was comprised of a series of privately funded turnpikes. By 1822, the road was complete except for the ten miles between Boonsboro and Hagerstown. In August of the year, under pressure from the state . . . — — Map (db m1162) HM
U.S. Route 66 (US 66 or Route 66), also known as the Will Rogers Highway, the Main Street of America or the Mother Road, was one of the original highways within the U.S. Highway System. US 66 was established on Nov. 11, 1926, with road signs erected . . . — — Map (db m184319) HM