The Father of Route 66

Tulsa
S1 Episode 20
6:24

From "The Mother Road" and "Main Street of America" to "Will Rogers Highway," the famous Route 66 has had many nicknames over the years. But did you know that the very idea of Route 66 originated right here in Oklahoma by a Tulsan named Cyrus Avery? This week on LoyalTV, we visit Tulsa and explore the roots of America's most iconic highway.

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