When the outbreak of World War I all but halted European production of passenger cars, American auto makers took advantage of the opportunity to establish a toehold in Europe. During the war and for two decades after, American automobiles, which were considered reliable and cheap, were a common sight on the streets of many European cities and towns. This book contains a unique and unprecedented collection of period photographs, recording American automobiles?and their owners?in various locations throughout Europe between the years of 1900 and 1940. Captions include the make and model of each car; information on the setting of the photograph; and remarks on interesting details, unusual accessories or distinguishing features of each car. Argo, Jewitt, Durant and Reo automobiles are represented here along with household names such as Buick, Chevrolet and Ford. The entire work is printed on glossy paper throughout.

Résumé
Contains a collection of period photographs, recording American automobiles, and their owners, in various locations throughout Europe, between the years of 1900 and 1940. This book's captions include the make and model; information on the setting of the photograph; and remarks on interesting details, unusual accessories or distinguishing features.