New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- As India marked its 79th Independence Day with pride and patriotism across the nation, amidst the roar and rhythm of the symbolic Guard of Honour for the Prime Minister at the Red Fort in the national capital, one vintage icon quietly stole eyeballs.

Steeped in history and legacy, a classic Jeep Wagoneer lead the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Delhi Area Lt General Bhavnish Kumar to the Red Fort for the Independence Day parade.

A rare machine that embodies the story of enduring diplomacy, robust engineering, and ceremonial tradition, the Jeep Wagoneer, housed at the Army Headquarters in New Delhi, tells a tale that spans over six decades and two nations.

This particular Wagoneer was a royal gift from the ...