About Ernie Ansterberg
Lived 1891 – 1924 (aged 33). Ernie Ansterberg was an American engineer and racing automobile driver.
Ernest Putnam Ansterburg (October 1, 1891 – October 16, 1924) was an American racing driver.
Death
Ansterburg was fatally injured on a practice lap at Charlotte Speedway in North Carolina on October 16, 1924. He was ejected from his car when it crashed into the upper guardrail ahead of the track's inaugural race. Mechanical investigation showed the accident was caused by a broken front suspension. Ansterburg died on the way to the hospital.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ernie Ansterberg?
American racing driver
When was Ernie Ansterberg born?
Ernie Ansterberg was born on 1 October 1891 in Concord.
When did Ernie Ansterberg die?
Ernie Ansterberg died on 16 October 1924 in Charlotte Speedway.
What was Ernie Ansterberg's occupation?
Ernie Ansterberg was an engineer and racing automobile driver.
What nationality was Ernie Ansterberg?
Ernie Ansterberg was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ernie Ansterberg. https://biography.guide/ernie-ansterberg/
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