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What year did the American Bantam Car Company develop the Jeep?

  • 1940

  • 1930

  • 1950

  • 1960

Answer

In 1940, the American Bantam Car Company developed the Jeep, a versatile and rugged vehicle that became iconic during World War II. The Jeep was initially designed to meet the U.S. Army's specifications for a light, all-terrain vehicle. Bantam's prototype impressed the Army, and the company was awarded the contract to produce the Jeep. The Jeep quickly proved its worth on the battlefield, and it remains a popular vehicle today.
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