Dixie Truck Stop

During the Great Depression the Dixie continued to grow thanks to diesel engines and truck drivers who needed a place to eat, rest and refuel. Six cabins were added on the east side of the property for truck drivers who desired a place to sleep, along with exercise pens for cattle.

Honest Abe

December 8th 2015
Geo: 39.801, -89.6436Our time machine trip along Route 66 continues. Just under 90% of the road survives so every now and again we have to try and stitch pieces together but it's a relatively easy drive through American history even if Billy Thunder isn't quite giving us the Caddie experience. We did add satellite radio before we left but DH won't let me tune into the more appropriat ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more

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