About Jack McCarver
Lived 1896 – 1959 (aged 62). Jack McCarver was an American engineer and racing driver.
William Clarence John McCarver (December 19, 1896 – June 21, 1959) was an American racing driver.
McCarver worked for Chevrolet for nearly 20 years as an engineer and test driver, and his work with them led to him taking up a racing career. He later worked as a used car salesman in Dallas, Texas, before retiring due to ill health in 1957 - ill health taking his life two years later.
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Who was Jack McCarver?
American racing driver
When was Jack McCarver born?
Jack McCarver was born on 19 December 1896.
When did Jack McCarver die?
Jack McCarver died on 21 June 1959.
What was Jack McCarver's occupation?
Jack McCarver was an engineer and racing driver.
What nationality was Jack McCarver?
Jack McCarver was American.
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