About Harry Blanchard
Lived 1929 – 1960 (aged 30). Harry Blanchard was an American formula One driver.
Harry Cutler Blanchard (June 13, 1929, Burlington, Vermont – January 31, 1960, Buenos Aires, Argentina) was an American racecar driver.
Blanchard began his racing career by racing sports cars in the United States. first and only Formula One start was in the 1959 United States Grand Prix, located at Sebring, with a Porsche RSK Formula 2 car. He finished the race in seventh, four laps behind the winner Bruce McLaren. In January 1960, Blanchard was killed in a crash during the 1000 km Buenos Aires while competing in a Porsche 718 RSK.
Complete Formula One results (key) Year Entrant Chassis Engine 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 WDC Points 1959 Blanchard Auto Co. Porsche RSK Porsche Flat-4 MON 500 NED FRA GBR GER POR ITA USA NC 0
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Who was Harry Blanchard?
racecar driver
When was Harry Blanchard born?
Harry Blanchard was born on 13 June 1929 in Burlington.
When did Harry Blanchard die?
Harry Blanchard died on 31 January 1960 in Buenos Aires.
What was Harry Blanchard's occupation?
Harry Blanchard was a formula One driver.
What nationality was Harry Blanchard?
Harry Blanchard was American.
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