Race Car Driver Eddie Rickenbacker, 1912-1917
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Though better remembered for his aviation activities, Eddie Rickenbacker competed in auto racing from 1906 through 1916. "Fast Eddie" appeared in 42 major races, including twice in the Vanderbilt Cup and five times in the Indianapolis 500. He earned 14 podium finishes, including seven wins. Rickenbacker owned and operated Indianapolis Motor Speedway from 1927 to 1945.
Though better remembered for his aviation activities, Eddie Rickenbacker competed in auto racing from 1906 through 1916. "Fast Eddie" appeared in 42 major races, including twice in the Vanderbilt Cup and five times in the Indianapolis 500. He earned 14 podium finishes, including seven wins. Rickenbacker owned and operated Indianapolis Motor Speedway from 1927 to 1945.
Artifact
Photographic print
Date Made
1912-1917
Subject Date
1912-1917
Creators
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Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
92.1.1774.610
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Family of Henry Austin Clark, Jr.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 10 in
Width: 8 in
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