Abstract
The road trip, that modern American icon of carefree adventure, was a far more arduous matter 200 years ago. Then, people traveled under their own power, or that of horses, averaging fewer than 15 miles per day over uneven, unpaved paths. Taverns and inns were located at frequent intervals along these routes to offer rest and refreshment to weary travelers.
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