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Myths abound about the origins and secret purpose of the American Interstate highway system. We hear it said that it was designed to facilitate escape from the city, or to aid the military, though its original purpose was to improve circulation both into and out of cities, in the hope of keeping them healthy.

Well, it's a long story, but if you're interested you can read part of it in PDF form by clicking here.

Note: A shorter version of this article appeared in the History Channel Magazine Sept 2008, all rights reserved