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Yesterday the Houston ABC affiliate produced a great story about a distinguished local WWII vet. What they did not mention that the vet, now 93 year old Tracy Lawrence, started the military truck surplus business "Houston Truck and Equipment" back in 1947, and was one of the leaders in the industry alongside companies like Memphis Equipment. Here is the story: Local WWII vet recalls Pearl Harbor attack | Video | abc13.com
I got to know Tracy in 1979 as a teenager when looking for parts for my M38A1 Jeep. Little did I know then I would end up buying countless parts and vehicles from them over the years. When the business was no longer viable in 2003, I helped Tracy liquidate the remaining inventory, and I bought a large part of it. I will always have fond memories of Tracy, his brother Slim, and the shop at 6716 Long Drive, Houston, TX.
I got to know Tracy in 1979 as a teenager when looking for parts for my M38A1 Jeep. Little did I know then I would end up buying countless parts and vehicles from them over the years. When the business was no longer viable in 2003, I helped Tracy liquidate the remaining inventory, and I bought a large part of it. I will always have fond memories of Tracy, his brother Slim, and the shop at 6716 Long Drive, Houston, TX.
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