Illinois State House District 107 issued the following announcement on July 9.
The “Road That Built the Nation” Runs through Vandalia & South Central Illinois
The Historic National Road…also known as the “Road That Built the Nation”, was created in 1806 by legislation signed by President Thomas Jefferson. Sometimes called “The Cumberland Road” and “The Old Pike”, it was the only road completely built with federal funds.
Originally winding from Cumberland, Maryland to Vandalia, Illinois, the National Road opened Illinois to settlement. Today, the Illinois National Road stretches 164 miles from Marshall to East St. Louis and is mirrored by U.S. Route 40 and Interstate 70.
Visitors can see where Lincoln’s political career began, marvel at a giant catsup bottle, and enjoy the food, festivals, and fun that make the Historic National Road a relaxed journey through Americana.
As people begin to get out and travel again on day trips and family vacations, those who enjoy history can learn more on the history of the “Historic National Road” HERE.
Original source can be found here.
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