Early Automobile Sunday Drive
Few inventions have had more impact on 20th century America than the automobile. The first automobiles displayed in Iowa were shown at a fair in Linn County in 1899. By 1927 there was one motor vehicle for every 3.31 persons, and automobiles were responsible for 85 percent of total highway traffic in the state.
Photo courtesy of the Iowa Department of Transportation
Pathways
From the lacrosse games of the early Iowans to the present-day annual bike ride across Iowa, Iowans love their sporting events.
Media Artifacts
Reading Tip: Prereading
Before beginning to read, skim the page. Look for headings or sections. What is the article generally about?