About Earl Devore
Lived 1889 – 1928 (aged 38). Earl Devore was an American engineer and racing automobile driver.
Francis Earl Devore (occasionally spelt DeVore, December 2, 1889 – November 12, 1928) was an American racing driver. DeVore and fellow driver Norman Batten were aboard the SS Vestris ocean liner when it sank. He is credited with saving the lives of his wife, and Batten's wife. Both Batten and DeVore were lost at sea. Devore's son, Billy, also became a racing driver.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Earl Devore?
American racing driver
When was Earl Devore born?
Earl Devore was born on 2 December 1889 in Macksville.
When did Earl Devore die?
Earl Devore died on 12 November 1928.
What was Earl Devore's occupation?
Earl Devore was an engineer and racing automobile driver.
What nationality was Earl Devore?
Earl Devore was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Earl Devore. https://biography.guide/earl-devore/
MLA: "Earl Devore." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/earl-devore/.
Chicago: "Earl Devore." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/earl-devore/.
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