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Military Ambulances: Vital Lifelines on the Frontlines
The M170 4×4 Jeep Ambulance, introduced in 1959, was a lightweight and versatile vehicle designed for the rapid transport of wounded personnel from the battlefield. Based on the M38A1 Jeep, the M170 was 16 inches longer and 200 pounds heavier, offering enough space to carry six soldiers. This four-wheel-drive ambulance […]
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M7 Howitzer 105mm Motor Carriage: The “Priest” in Action
The M7 Howitzer 105mm Motor Carriage, better known as the M7 Priest, was developed in 1941 by the Baldwin Locomotive Works. Built on the hull of the M3 Medium Tank, the M7 was designed to deliver mobile artillery support with a 105mm howitzer mounted on a fully rotating turret. The […]
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5-Ton M62 Truck Wrecker, Restoration Triumph!
After nearly a year of meticulous work, countless hours of labor, and the acquisition of hard-to-find parts, we’re thrilled to unveil the fully restored 5-ton M62 Truck Wrecker! This crane-equipped powerhouse, Exhibit #101, is a testament to the resilience and skill of our museum team and the unwavering support of […]
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Our Sargent Fletcher ART/S External Fuel Pod has a new Display Cradle!
At our museum, we’re proud to honor the ingenuity and dedication of those who preserve military history. One of our latest achievements is constructing a wooden cradle to securely hold and display the impressive 370-gallon external fuel drop tank from the F-16 fighter jet. The older blue cradle, which had […]
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M62, 5 ton Medium Wrecker
Another update on the M62, 5 ton Medium Wrecker. We were able to un-stick the front winch and get some slack in the line so that we might un-spool the cable and re wind it correctly. Upon further inspection, we have found that the rear winch has also been run […]
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- Military Ambulances: Vital Lifelines on the Frontlines
The M170 4×4 Jeep Ambulance, introduced in 1959, was a lightweight and versatile vehicle designed for the rapid transport of wounded personnel from the battlefield. Based on the M38A1 Jeep,… Read more: Military Ambulances: Vital Lifelines on the Frontlines - M7 Howitzer 105mm Motor Carriage: The “Priest” in Action
The M7 Howitzer 105mm Motor Carriage, better known as the M7 Priest, was developed in 1941 by the Baldwin Locomotive Works. Built on the hull of the M3 Medium Tank,… Read more: M7 Howitzer 105mm Motor Carriage: The “Priest” in Action - 5-Ton M62 Truck Wrecker, Restoration Triumph!
After nearly a year of meticulous work, countless hours of labor, and the acquisition of hard-to-find parts, we’re thrilled to unveil the fully restored 5-ton M62 Truck Wrecker! This crane-equipped… Read more: 5-Ton M62 Truck Wrecker, Restoration Triumph!