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What is the difference between the Lancaster Turnpike and the National Road

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National Road: -It was the first federal highway
- Also known as The Cumberland
-The main route to the west for eastern settlers
- It links Cumberland, Maryland, Vandalia and Illinois
The Lancaster Turnpike: - Was designed by John Loudon MacaAdam from Scotland
- It connects Pennsylvania, Lancaster, and Philidelphia at 34th street, stretching for 62 miles

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