About Fred Comer
Lived 1893 – 1928 (aged 35). Fred Comer was an American engineer.
Fred Griffitt Comer (February 19, 1893 – October 12, 1928) was an American racing driver. Like many American racers of his era, he was a board track racing specialist and made 43 AAA Championship Car starts on board ovals, with one win in 1926 on the Atlantic City track, and one pole. He also made four starts in the Indianapolis 500 with a best finish of fourth place in 1926. He finished a career best fifth in 1924 AAA National Championship points. Comer died from injuries sustained in a racing accident at Rockingham Park board track in New Hampshire.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Fred Comer?
American racing driver (1893-1928)
When was Fred Comer born?
Fred Comer was born on 19 February 1893 in Topeka.
When did Fred Comer die?
Fred Comer died on 12 October 1928 in Lawrence, Massachusetts.
What was Fred Comer's occupation?
Fred Comer was an engineer.
What nationality was Fred Comer?
Fred Comer was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fred Comer. https://biography.guide/fred-comer/
MLA: "Fred Comer." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/fred-comer/.
Chicago: "Fred Comer." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/fred-comer/.
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