One of the first transcontinental American highways and also designed expressly for automobile travel, the Lincoln Highway was first developed as a concept in 1912 by Indiana-based entrepreneur Carl G. Fisher, who envisioned a route that allowed travelers to go from Times Square in New York to Lincoln Park in San Francisco. The original course traveled across thirteen states, though the Colorado Loop was removed in 1915, and in 1928 the Lincoln Highway was rerouted through Northern West Virginia, making the total states traversed fourteen. Fisher's inspiration for the project came from his interests in automobile construction, and he understood the need for federal infrastructure to support the burgeoning industry during the early portions of the twentieth century. The Lincoln Highway starts at the intersection of 42nd Street and Broadway in Times Square before crossing the United States and terminating in front of the fountain of the California Palace of the Legion of Honor. The highway was the first memorial to American President Abraham Lincoln and predated the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC, by nine years. The Lincoln Highway allowed numerous towns and cities to prosper as travelers sought lodging in motor inns, restaurants, and fueling stations along the route which became known as the "The Main Street Across America." This map's distinctive aesthetic and classic style are immediately recognizable and transport the viewer back in time, creating an indelible link to the past and present. This is an authentic piece of early twentieth-century American travel and cartographical history. Additional Details ------------------------------ Bullet point: VINTAGE MAP REPRODUCTION: You?ll love this high quality historic reproduction of 1914 Lincoln Highway Map Poster. Our museum quality prints are archival grade, which means it will look great and last without fading for over 100 years. Our print to order maps are made in the USA and each map is inspected for quality. This beautiful artwork is a perfect addition to your themed decor. Vintage maps look great in the home, study or office. They make a perfect gift as well. Product description: One of the first transcontinental American highways and also designed expressly for automobile travel, the Lincoln Highway was first developed as a concept in 1912 by Indiana-based entrepreneur Carl G. Fisher, who envisioned a route that allowed travelers to go from Times Square in New York to Lincoln Park in San Francisco. The original course traveled across thirteen states, though the Colorado Loop was removed in 1915, and in 1928 the Lincoln Highway was rerouted through Northern West Virginia, making the total states traversed fourteen. Fisher's inspiration for the project came from his interests in automobile construction, and he understood the need for federal infrastructure to support the burgeoning industry during the early portions of the twentieth century. The Lincoln Highway starts at the intersection of 42nd Street and Broadway in Times Square before crossing the United States and terminating in front of the fountain of the California Palace of the Legion of Honor. The highway was the first memorial to American President Abraham Lincoln and predated the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC, by nine years. The Lincoln Highway allowed numerous towns and cities to prosper as travelers sought lodging in motor inns, restaurants, and fueling stations along the route which became known as the "The Main Street Across America." This map's distinctive aesthetic and classic style are immediately recognizable and transport the viewer back in time, creating an indelible link to the past and present. This is an authentic piece of early twentieth-century American travel and cartographical history.