14284. (photo) U.S. Coast Guard Beach-Going Willys-Overland Jeep c.1944
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14284. (photo) U.S. Coast Guard Beach-Going Willys-Overland Jeep c.1944
14284. (photo) U.S. Coast Guard Beach-Going Willys-Overland Jeep c.1944. Clear, close, original6 ½” x 8 ½” press photo shows excellent detail of a new Coast Guard beach-going Willys Jeep designed for patrolling the sandy coastline. This new offspring of the versatile Jeep scout car features a lower gear ratio, special “duck’s feet” tires, a speed of 50 mph and a redesigned body to carry 8 men. Shown here at the Fire Island Coast Guard Station, driven by Lt. J.W. Hoan. Photo is b/w and includes date and description on back. Dated June 9, 1944. Clear, close view, great detail. (VG). $58.