About W. H. Turner
Lived 1877 – 1917 (aged 39). W. H. Turner was an American engineer and racing automobile driver.
William Henry Turner (August 30, 1877 – May 11, 1917) was a Canadian racing driver.
Life
Turner was born and raised in Toronto. After marriage, while his wife and children remained in Toronto, Turner relocated to Buffalo, New York for work reasons. Although originally sending payments and visiting, eventually Turner ceased all contact with his family. He later lived in Wyoming, acting as a sales officer for the Maxwell Motor Company. He died in Denver after an illness.
Motorsports career results
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Frequently asked questions
Who was W. H. Turner?
American racing driver
When was W. H. Turner born?
W. H. Turner was born on 30 August 1877 in Toronto.
When did W. H. Turner die?
W. H. Turner died on 11 May 1917 in Denver.
What was W. H. Turner's occupation?
W. H. Turner was an engineer and racing automobile driver.
What nationality was W. H. Turner?
W. H. Turner was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). W. H. Turner. https://biography.guide/w-h-turner/
MLA: "W. H. Turner." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/w-h-turner/.
Chicago: "W. H. Turner." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/w-h-turner/.
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