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At the Greatest Speed: Gordon Bennett, the Father of International Motor Racing

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192pagine
Tempo di lettura
7ore

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The book chronicles the history of the Gordon Bennett Cup, founded by James Gordon Bennett Jr. in 1899, marking a pivotal moment in motor racing. It details the challenges faced, including public resistance and safety concerns, as the event evolved from a modest beginning to a major spectacle, attracting 80,000 spectators. Each race is meticulously documented, highlighting the drivers, cars, and courses that shaped this influential competition, which laid the groundwork for the modern international racing scene and significantly impacted the global auto industry.

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At the Greatest Speed: Gordon Bennett, the Father of International Motor Racing, Philip Sington

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2022
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