Military Vehicle Preservation Association (MVPA) Convoy Joplin Stop

The Military Vehicle Preservation Association (MVPA) Convoy Command is operating a transcontinental convoy from October 1-31, 2024. The convoy will retrace the historic 1918 Jefferson Highway route starting in Minnesota, near the US/Canadian border, and traveling south to New Orleans, Louisiana, in 30 days, driving over 2,500 miles.

The convoy will stop in the parking lot of the old Joplin Airport Terminal, where convoy members will be available to visit with the public and provide information and a history of the 40+ military vehicles.

In addition, CFI’s True to the Troops wrapped truck and trailer, operated by professional driver and Army veteran Remy Braun, will be on display, and the Freedom of Flight Museum, inside the old Terminal, will be open for public tours. The convoy stopover is supported by CFI and Visit Joplin, with assistance from American Legion Post 13.