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support for model t on the summit of ben nevis

support for model t on the summit of ben nevis

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Started by Anonymous 17 years, 4 months ago
spilt milk is a fort william based live music event who would like to show support to all that want to see the 100th anniversary get the go ahead In 1911 a 20 horse-power Model T Ford was driving to the top of the mountain as a publicity stunt by the Ford agents in Edinburgh. Henry Alexander Jr, the son of the owner, was the driver. The car was not simply driven up the track - it involved 10 days of preparatory work finding and checking a driveable way to just the half way mark, and to put in bridging planks. It took three further days to drive the car to this point and just two more days to cover the stones and snow to the observatory. The car would sink axle deep in the boggy ground and would have to be hauled out by role. The 'Daily Telegraph' reported at the time that a false trun of the wheel would mean a fall which would have caused total destruction to the car, and certain death to the driver! SEE NEWS LINK TO THE RIGHT OF PETITION PLEASE SUPPORT Many thanks

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April 15, 2009

The response from our community regarding the Model T anniversary event has been steady and encouraging. I am currently coordinating with local partners to ensure our proposal is presented clearly to the necessary authorities. Thank you for your continued interest in commemorating this historic climb.

April 15, 2009

The momentum behind this effort to commemorate the Ford Model T ascent has grown significantly over the past few days. It is encouraging to see such widespread interest in honoring this remarkable piece of automotive history. This progress demonstrates that our community values the preservation of unique local milestones.

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Mark Castillo
17 years ago Featured

DO IT. legend.

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Dave Powell
17 years ago Featured

Used to live in fort william and this sounds like a brilliant way to celebrate a bit of local history. Pulling for you guys!

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Sarah Tan
17 years ago Featured

what an insane story. how did he even manage that back then?? would be amazing to see it happen again for the anniversary.

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