About Douglas J. Pirie
Lived 1907 – 1935 (aged 28). Douglas J. Pirie was a British motorcycle racer.
Douglas Joseph Pirie (11 May 1907 – 19 June 1935) was an English motorcycle racer who won the Manx Grand Prix. He died, aged 28, in an accident during the 1935 Isle of Man TT races. He is buried at Southgate Cemetery, London.
Douglas Pirie Trophy The Douglas Pirie Trophy is awarded to the winner of the Junior Manx Grand Prix. The current recipient is Nathan Harrison.
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Who was Douglas J. Pirie?
English motorcycle racer (1907-1935)
When was Douglas J. Pirie born?
Douglas J. Pirie was born on 11 May 1907.
When did Douglas J. Pirie die?
Douglas J. Pirie died on 19 June 1935.
What was Douglas J. Pirie's occupation?
Douglas J. Pirie was a motorcycle racer.
What nationality was Douglas J. Pirie?
Douglas J. Pirie was British.
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