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Herman Schurch

1903 – 1931

Swiss-American race car driver

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Lived 1903 – 1931 (aged 28). Herman Schurch was a Swiss engineer and racing automobile driver.

Herman Werner Schurch (born Hermann Werner Schurch, April 7, 1903 – November 8, 1931) was an American racing driver.

Biography

Schurch's family emigrated to the United States when he was a boy. He made five starts in AAA Championship Car from 1929 to 1931. He had failed to qualify for the 1928 Indianapolis 500 but made the race in 1929. He served as a relief driver for Shorty Cantlon in the 1930 race. He also drove in the 1931 Indianapolis 500 but his transmission failed after 5 laps. His best finish in AAA Championship racing came later that year at the New York State Fairgrounds Raceway where he finished sixth. Schurch excelled in Big Car racing (Sprint Car), where he won many races on the Eastern circuit (in the Northeast United States). He was killed in practice for a dirt track race at Legion Ascot Speedway in California. Schurch was elected to the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame in 2010.

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Indianapolis 500 results

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Herman Werner Schurch

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Herman Schurch?

Swiss-American race car driver (1903-1931)

When was Herman Schurch born?

Herman Schurch was born on 7 April 1903.

When did Herman Schurch die?

Herman Schurch died on 10 November 1931 in Los Angeles.

What was Herman Schurch's occupation?

Herman Schurch was an engineer and racing automobile driver.

What nationality was Herman Schurch?

Herman Schurch was Swiss.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Herman Schurch

· Wikidata: Q5740199

· DBpedia: Herman Schurch

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