Apr. 25 – A Jeep Willys MB, produced in the Toledo plant, Ohio, and that had participated in the Italian Campaign during the Second World War, will return to the U.S. for the 70th anniversary of its delivery to the American Army. Leaving New York on May 20, it will reach Toledo and the plant in which it was originally built by June 3, date of its birth in 1943. It is a perfect specimen in every detail, boasting the famous Asi – Historical Automotoclub Italian – Certificate that certifies its absolute quality. The trip from New York to Toledo, that has the support of ASI, is part of the “Year of Italian Culture in the U.S.” activities and also has the support of the Italian Embassy in Washington. The crew is composed by journalist Vittorio Argento, also deputy director of the Radio Rai Giornale and known for his reports in the field of aeronautics and space enthusiast-historical ,and Gregory Alegi, journalist, professor of American history and history of aviation. Together, they will keep a diary of the “expedition” via Twitter (# ajeepcomeshome) and Facebook and with a range of services broadcast on Radio Rai. An updated blog of this adventure is available at http://ajeepcomeshome.wordpress.com/.
