About Francis Quinn
Lived 1903 – 1931 (aged 27–28). Francis Quinn was an American racing driver.
Francis Lafayette Quinn (March 22, 1903 – December 13, 1931) was an American racing driver.
Racing career
Quinn was a prominent figure in racing on America's west coast, including winning the American Automobile Association's Pacific Southwest championship in 1930. Quinn attempted entry into the Indianapolis 500 multiple times, but was denied due to an abnormally large heart. He was finally allowed entry in 1931 after his Pacific Southwest championship win the year prior. Car Start Qual Rank Finish Laps Led Retired 1931 67 21 111.321 9 40 3 0 Rear axle
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Francis Quinn?
American racing driver
When was Francis Quinn born?
Francis Quinn was born in 1903.
When did Francis Quinn die?
Francis Quinn died in 1931.
What was Francis Quinn's occupation?
Francis Quinn was a racing driver.
What nationality was Francis Quinn?
Francis Quinn was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Francis Quinn (racing driver)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Francis Quinn. https://biography.guide/francis-quinn/
MLA: "Francis Quinn." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/francis-quinn/.
Chicago: "Francis Quinn." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/francis-quinn/.
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