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mar 29, 1806 - Creation of the National Road

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In 1806, Congress allowed construction of the road. Thomas Jefferson who was president at the time, signed the act establishing the National Road. It would then connect Cumberland, Maryland to the Ohio River. Original towns and villages are found along the National Road.

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mar 29, 1806
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~ 219 years ago

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