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George Constantine

1918 – 1968

American racing driver

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Lived 1918 – 1968 (aged 49). George Constantine was an American formula One driver, engineer and racing automobile driver.

George John Constantine (February 22, 1918 – January 7, 1968) was a racing driver from the United States. He competed nationally in 108 races between 1953 and 1962, winning 17 times.

Constantine was the United States Sports Car Driver of the Year in 1960. He won the 1959 Nassau Trophy race and the 1956 grand prix at Watkins Glen (in a Jaguar D-type). He set course records at Lime Rock, (1:05.81), and Marlboro, in 1958, and he was one of the top-rated competitors in the 1959 Daytona, Fla. international speedway race.

Constantine was known as the "King of Lime Rock" and "The Flying Greek." His most successful car was the Aston Martin DBR2/1, owned by Elisha Walker, Jr., and his mechanic was Rex Woodgate. Complete Formula One results (key) Year Entrant Chassis Engine 1. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 WDC Points 1959 Mike Taylor Cooper T45 Coventry Climax MON 500 NED FRA GBR GER POR ITA USA NC 0

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Who was George Constantine?

American racing driver

When was George Constantine born?

George Constantine was born on 22 February 1918 in Southbridge.

When did George Constantine die?

George Constantine died on 7 January 1968 in Worcester County.

What was George Constantine's occupation?

George Constantine was a formula One driver, engineer and racing automobile driver.

What nationality was George Constantine?

George Constantine was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Constantine

· Wikidata: Q172817

· DBpedia: George Constantine (racing driver)

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