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Paul Gallagheradded a new photoalbum.
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Luella Bates goes to New York
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Celebrating the life of Luella Bates, one of the first women to professionally drive and test heavy-duty trucks, paving ...
Project: Luella Bates goes to New York
2+ 13 11 March, 08:31
Paul Gallagher AuthorThanks everyone, glad you like it. I originally picked up the kit as a littke palette cleanser but fell down a research rabbit hole learning about Luelle Bates. In January 1920, Bates drove a Model B to New York City, where she attended the New York Auto Show. During her stay, she met with Secretary of State of New York Francis Hugo and became the first woman truck driver to receive a driver's license in New York. There's a photo of her with the NY officials that inspired the dio.
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