About Roscoe Thompson
Lived 1922 – 1988 (aged 65). Roscoe Thompson was an American engineer.
Roscoe Thompson (July 5, 1922 – April 10, 1988) was an American NASCAR Grand National Series driver who drove from 1948 (at the age of 26) to 1962 (at the age of 40).
Career summary Thompson's best season was in 1950 in what is now the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, where he won six of 29 races, finished in the top-five 23 times and top 10 29 times. In the Grand National Series out of 2033 laps, Thompson only managed to lead 11 (less than 1%) of them. He also had relied on Oldsmobile engines for the majority of his career.
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Who was Roscoe Thompson?
American racing driver (1922-1988)
When was Roscoe Thompson born?
Roscoe Thompson was born on 5 July 1922 in Forest Park.
When did Roscoe Thompson die?
Roscoe Thompson died on 10 April 1988.
What was Roscoe Thompson's occupation?
Roscoe Thompson was an engineer.
What nationality was Roscoe Thompson?
Roscoe Thompson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Roscoe Thompson. https://biography.guide/roscoe-thompson/
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