About Johnny Jenkins
Lived 1875 – 1945 (aged 70). Johnny Jenkins was an American engineer and racing automobile driver.
John William Jenkins (November 11, 1875 – November 26, 1945) was an American racing driver. According to some sources, he was born in Ohio of Welsh parentage. Other sources say that he was born in Cardiff, Wales, and emigrated to the United States, where he served in the armed forces. Official records hosted by www.ancestry.com suggest he was born in Brookfield Center, Ohio to parents who originally emigrated from Cardiff.
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Indianapolis 500 results
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Who was Johnny Jenkins?
American racing driver
When was Johnny Jenkins born?
Johnny Jenkins was born on 11 November 1875 in Cardiff.
When did Johnny Jenkins die?
Johnny Jenkins died on 26 November 1945.
What was Johnny Jenkins's occupation?
Johnny Jenkins was an engineer and racing automobile driver.
What nationality was Johnny Jenkins?
Johnny Jenkins was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Jenkins (racing driver)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Johnny Jenkins. https://biography.guide/johnny-jenkins-engineer/
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