Tri-State Military Vehicle Club Show And Swap Meet At Camp Jordan Is Sept. 4-5

  • Wednesday, August 11, 2021

The Tri-State Military Vehicle Club’s annual vehicle show and swap meet will be held Saturday, Sept. 4, from 8 a.m. to dark and Sunday, Sept. 5, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Camp Jordan Park in East Ridge.  The show is free to attend, with military vehicles from WWII to modern day on display, and club members on hand to show off their prized vehicles and displays. 

The show and swap meet allow collectors, enthusiasts and history buffs to peruse authentic vehicles and equipment while enjoying military displays.

“This show is for anyone who loves history or is curious about or interested in adding a vehicle to their collection,” said club president Louis Varnell.  “All of us own and have restored vehicles so you’ll get your questions answered and know you’re seeing authentic restorations.  Plus we might have the part or display piece you’re looking for.” 

The public is invited to rent a space at the swap meet to sell or trade military items and vehicle parts.  No yard sale items allowed.  The cost is $25 and can be paid the day of by cash or check.  Questions can be directed to Mr. Varnell at 240-6631 or Berlin Seaborn at 593-1476 or online at www.seaborn123@bellsouth.net.  Visit at www.facebook.com/Tri-State-Military-Vehicle-Club

The Tri-State Military Vehicle Club is a local organization for historians, preservationists and collectors interested in the acquisition, restoration, preservation, safe operation and public education of historic military transport.  The club meets the second Tuesday of each month at Wally’s Restaurant in East Ridge at 6 p.m.


Happenings
Crabtree Farms Plant Sale, Sculpture In The Sky Set This Weekend
  • 4/18/2024

Two annual springtime events will be taking place this weekend in Chattanooga. Crabtree Farms Plant Sale will be on Friday through Sunday from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. each day. On Friday and Sunday, ... more

Hamilton County Sheriff Gives Update At Friends Of Hixson Coffee Meeting
Hamilton County Sheriff Gives Update At Friends Of Hixson Coffee Meeting
  • 4/18/2024

At the Friends of Hixson Coffee Meeting, Hamilton County Sheriff Austin Garrett updated a large crowd on his first two years as Sheriff and his recent visit to the southern border. Sheriff ... more

Review: The Unvanquished: The Untold Story Of Lincoln's Special Forces, The Manhunt For Mosby's Rangers, And The Shadow War That Forged America's Special Operations By Patrick O'Donnell
Review: The Unvanquished: The Untold Story Of Lincoln's Special Forces, The Manhunt For Mosby's Rangers, And The Shadow War That Forged America's Special Operations By Patrick O'Donnell
  • 4/18/2024

Anyone who has read any of Patrick K. O'Donnell's narrative histories knows that he does very deep research, much of it on the front lines and at the sites, as well as reading volumes in little-known ... more