About Herbert Jones
Lived 1904 – 1926 (aged 21–22). Herbert Jones was an American racing driver.
L. Herbert Jones (May 23, 1904 – May 28, 1926) was an American racing driver from Indianapolis.
Jones drove in the 1925 Indianapolis 500, one of only 25 drivers in the field, but crashed on lap 69 and finished 19th.
In 1926, Jones attempted to return to the race. However, he clipped the inside wall at the northwest turn on his second qualifying lap on May 27, flipping the car several times and fracturing his skull. He died of his injuries the following day.
Motorsports career results
Indianapolis 500 results
Personal life Jones was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on May 23, 1904. He died on May 28, 1926, and is buried in Crown Hill Cemetery and Arboretum in Section 53, Lot 380.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Herbert Jones?
American racecar driver (1904-1926)
When was Herbert Jones born?
Herbert Jones was born in 1904 in Indianapolis.
When did Herbert Jones die?
Herbert Jones died on 28 May 1926.
What was Herbert Jones's occupation?
Herbert Jones was a racing driver.
What nationality was Herbert Jones?
Herbert Jones was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Herbert Jones (racing driver)
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