Sailsbury military museums

Sailsbury Precinct in South Australia is home to the National Military Vehicle Museum, an automobile museum established in 1993. The museum is housed in a group of historic WW2-era buildings within the Defence precinct of Edinburgh Parks and is run by the Military Vehicle Preservation Society of South Australia. The National Military Vehicle Museum showcases a unique collection of military vehicles, with a focus on those associated with South Australia's military history. The vehicles on display range from horse-drawn equipment from WWI to modern military vehicles. A significant portion of the collection's vehicles are maintained in running condition and are regularly used in support of events such as the Clipsal 500 and Christmas pageants.

In addition to the vehicle exhibits, the museum also publishes a monthly magazine called "The Olive Drab". This publication covers the activities of the Military Vehicle Preservation Society of South Australia and the museum, and is delivered to members of the society and other interested parties. The National Military Vehicle Museum is an interesting and educational destination for visitors to Sailsbury Precinct, offering a glimpse into the history of military vehicles and their role in South Australia's past.

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