Structures like this formed the early “Garages” – or “Petrol Stations” in the UK. This version caters to the early car-driver – who were few in number – and the bicycle rider – which were many in number. Bicycles were the main business – with the rich car-drivers forming a lesser number – although potentially lucrative due to the ongoing costs of maintaining a car. Below is a WWII US “Jeep”. The story is that these were originally called “General Purpose” (GP) Vehicles – but that a US shoulder spelt the initials “GP” as “Jeep” – and the designation stuck and is really popular. The US was an ally of the UK and USSR during WWII – and thousands of Jeeps were used during D-Day and afterwards:
Tractors replaced humans, bullocks, and horses, as the technology developed overtime. These tough labour-saving devices are similar to agricultural “tanks” in that they are constructed of heavy and durable metal. My beautiful daughter – Kai-Lin – is driving the tractor! They can also take a good knock and keep on going. On occassion, particularly in the USSR, tractors were modified to be used in combat! Although an early water-pump on wheels is also featured belowed:
SANGHA KOMMUNE (SSR) 