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December 30th, 1940.

A grand opening ceremony of the first freeway in Southern California. The Arroyo Seco Parkway eventually connected to the 110. This was a monumental achievement which was inspired by the German Autobahn.

 

I'm assuming in the lead car, ('41 Cadillac) resides then Governor of CA, Culbert Olson along with other state and city officials.

 

They proceed to Fair Oaks overpass for the ribbon cutting.

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