Tag Archives: Jeep

The Sun is Shining!!!

Posted on May 27, 2012 by irishroverpei

Its a beautiful day for a car show, and my Rover is waiting in the driveway all smiles. In the photo the Lambretta is beside the car, but its long gone to Halifax. If I’d still had the scooter I … Continue reading →

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A Driving Force

Posted on February 27, 2012 by irishroverpei

The best job I ever had in the Navy was as the ships Jeep driver in Melbourne Australia during the 1956 Olympic Games. I was a mere seventeen years of age and a very junior sailor. So how did I … Continue reading →

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1956 Admiralty Driving Permit

Posted on May 23, 2009 by irishroverpei

I was issued this Admiralty Driving Permit in Singapore Dockyard after taking a driving test with the Civilian Transport Manager. I was then appointed a driver for the duration of the Melbourne Olympic Games. The vehicle was originally a US … Continue reading →

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