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George Fonder

1917 – 1958

Racecar driver

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About George Fonder

Lived 1917 – 1958 (aged 40). George Fonder was an American formula One driver, engineer and racing driver.

George Thomas Fonder (June 22, 1917 Elmhurst, Pennsylvania – June 14, 1958 Hatfield, Pennsylvania) was an American racecar driver. He made four Championship Car starts, including two in the Indianapolis 500 and drove as a relief driver in the 1954 Indianapolis 500 for two different teams after failing to qualify his own car. His best Champ Car finish was in the October 1949 race at Langhorne Speedway. He was killed in a midget-car racing accident.

Indy 500 results

Shared drive with Len Duncan Shared drive with Frank Armi

World Championship career summary The Indianapolis 500 was part of the FIA World Championshipfrom 1950 through 1960. Drivers competing at Indy during those years were credited with World Championship points and participation. George Fonder participated in 2 World Championship races. He started on the pole 0 times, won 0 races, set 0 fastest laps, and finished on the podium 0 times. He accumulated a total of 0 championship points.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Fonder?

racecar driver

When was George Fonder born?

George Fonder was born on 22 June 1917 in Elmhurst Township.

When did George Fonder die?

George Fonder died on 14 June 1958 in Hatfield.

What was George Fonder's occupation?

George Fonder was a formula One driver, engineer and racing driver.

What nationality was George Fonder?

George Fonder was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Fonder

· Wikidata: Q173635

· DBpedia: George Fonder

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