About Lora L. Corum
Lived 1899 – 1949 (aged 50). Lora L. Corum was an American racing driver, engineer and racing automobile driver, known for 1924 Indianapolis 500.
Lora Lawrence Corum (January 8, 1899 – March 7, 1949) was a co-winner of the 1924 Indianapolis 500.
Biography
Corum was born on January 8, 1899, in Jonesville, Indiana to Margaret Hannah Marquette and William Cecil Corum.
During the 1924 Indianapolis 500 Corum, in third place, was replaced by the more well-known Joe Boyer on lap 109 on orders of the head of the team after Boyer's car developed trouble. While Corum received the prize money and was credited with the victory (later this was changed to the two drivers being co-winners), Boyer received most of the credit from the racing community. Corum qualified for the 1928 Indianapolis 500, but suffered a crash during a practice run on the morning of the race.
Corum left racing in 1933, but returned in 1938 as a mechanic, working for Harry Miller's five car team at the Indianapolis 500.
Corum died on March 7, 1949, at age 50.
Motorsports career results
Indianapolis 500 results
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Who was Lora L. Corum?
American racing driver (1899-1949)
When was Lora L. Corum born?
Lora L. Corum was born on 8 January 1899 in Jonesville.
When did Lora L. Corum die?
Lora L. Corum died on 7 March 1949 in Indianapolis.
What was Lora L. Corum's occupation?
Lora L. Corum was a racing driver, engineer and racing automobile driver.
What was Lora L. Corum known for?
Lora L. Corum was known for 1924 Indianapolis 500.
What nationality was Lora L. Corum?
Lora L. Corum was American.
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