Cyrus Avery
Cyrus Stevens Avery (1871–1963) was a businessperson, oilman, and highway commissioner. He created the U.S. Route 66 while being a member of the federal board appointed to create the Federal Highway System, then pushed for the establishment of the U.S. Highway 66 Association to pave and promote the highway. As such, he is known as the "Father of Route 66".
Cyrus Stevens Avery | |
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| Born | August 31, 1871 Stevensville, Pennsylvania |
| Died | July 2, 1963 (aged 91) Los Angeles, California |
| Resting place | Rose Hill Cemetery, Tulsa 36.162°N 95.925°W |
| Monuments | Avery Drive, Cyrus Avery Route 66 Memorial Bridge and Cyrus Avery Centennial Plaza in Tulsa |
| Citizenship | American |
| Alma mater | William Jewell College in Liberty, Missouri |
| Occupation(s) | Businessperson, oilman, highway commissioner |
| Known for | U.S. Route 66 and the U.S. Highway 66 Association |
| Spouse | Essie McClelland |
| Children | 3 |
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