Dennis shared these photos of his ex-wife’s grandfather, Tom Provateare. He’s pretty sure these were taken while Tom was stationed in Germany.
Old Images Research Archives
Willys MAs Ready for Shipment
This photo was published at this Willys-Overland history page. Ron Szymanski has the original.
Pics From Charles
Charles forwarded some more pics of the Belgian Army. In the first pic, the seat on the grass suggests it may have been used as a lawn chair.
1955 Photo of Prospecter with Jeep and Geiger Counter on ebay
Here’s a cool photo. I can’t say for sure where that was taken.
“1955 Press Photo A modern prospector using Geiger counter jeep & other gear”
Belgian Army Photos from Charles
Charles shared these photos.
1957 Photo of Navy lifting Jeep
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
As late as 1957 they were still using/moving MBs.
“1951 USS Cabot LIFTING Jeep ship Press Photo 65”
1957 Photo of Half Safe at Shenya, AK on eBay
Here’s an original press photo of Half-Safe landing in Shenya, AK, on July 9, 1957.
Photo of Boy on Jeep on eBay
1954 Photo of XM-151 Test Jeep
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
This is an interesting design.
“You are bidding on an original press photo from 2013 featuring The quarter ton Ford XM151 “Jeep” developed for the Army Ordinance by Ford Motor Co, undergoes tests at Aberdeen roving Grounds in 1954. A new four speed forward transmission and overhead valve engine provide increased performance. . Photo is 16.5 x 12.5 in size.”
1942 Photo from Egypt
UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
Placed in the road by Australians, this is definitely a ‘driver’s beware’ sign.
“1942 Press Photo US Army jeep at Alamein, Egypy war zone”



























