Erwin Bergdoll
American racing driver
About Erwin Bergdoll
Lived 1890 – 1965 (aged 74).
Erwin Rudolph Bergdoll (June 24, 1890 – March 21, 1965) was an American racing driver who competed during the formative years of auto racing. He competed in AAA-sanctioned Championship Cars as well as in the American Grand Prize.
Racing activities
Bergdoll was born into a wealthy brewing family. For a period of time his racing activities were managed by fellow Philadelphian Willie Haupt.
Personal life Bergdoll, along with his younger brother Grover Cleveland Bergdoll, dodged the draft during World War I. While Grover escaped to Germany, Erwin Bergdoll was apprehended and spent three years in prison.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Erwin Bergdoll?
American racing driver (1890–1965)
When was Erwin Bergdoll born?
Erwin Bergdoll was born on 24 June 1890.
When did Erwin Bergdoll die?
Erwin Bergdoll died on 21 March 1965.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Erwin Bergdoll. https://biography.guide/erwin-bergdoll/
MLA: "Erwin Bergdoll." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/erwin-bergdoll/.
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