Lyn St. James Suited Up in Racecar Giving a "Thumbs-Up," 2008
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A true innovator in her own right, Lyn St. James's success stemmed from her drive and determination. She secured corporate sponsors required to race in international events and not only became the first woman to win the Indianapolis 500 Rookie of the Year, but also became the only woman to win an IMSA GT race driving solo at Watkins Glen in 1985.
A true innovator in her own right, Lyn St. James's success stemmed from her drive and determination. She secured corporate sponsors required to race in international events and not only became the first woman to win the Indianapolis 500 Rookie of the Year, but also became the only woman to win an IMSA GT race driving solo at Watkins Glen in 1985.
Artifact
Digital photograph
Subject Date
November 2008
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2008.26.3.131
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Lyn St. James.
Technique
Digital photography (Digital camera)
Color
Multicolored
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