On the anniversary of then 19 year old Princess Elizabeth joining the British Auxiliary Territorial Services (ATS) during the height of World War II, officials from the British Consulate gathered at The Museum of American Armor to dedicate a period British armor car named in her honor.
The ceremony underscored the continuing Anglo-American alliance committed to defending freedom as Ukraine fights for its survival with the help of military equipment from the United States and the United Kingdom.
Nicknamed The Staghound, the WWII armored car was designed to probe for German forces in North Africa, Italy, and Europe during World War II. Built by Chevrolet, they were transferred to British forces and other Allied forces under “Lend-Lease” and saw action throughout the conflict.
The Staghound will become a permanent part of the Armor Museum’s operational collection, emblazoned with the name of Princess Elizabeth that pays tribute to the historic role of the Anglo-American alliance that continues to this day.
In addition to British officials the ceremony included welcoming remarks by Nassau County elected officials, a presentation of colors by the Nassau County Police Department Color Guard, a performance by the Nassau County Police Department Pipe and Drum Band, reflections by members of the British War Veterans of America, and an appearance by British military living historians.