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jan 1, 1811 - Creation of the National Road

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In 1806 Jefferson authorized construction of the National road. It was to connect Cumberland and Maryland to the Ohio River. This road was the first road over 10 miles long. It ended up as being 620 miles long.

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jan 1, 1811
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~ 215 years ago

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