About William Wayne Brown
Lived 1886 – 1958 (aged 72). William Wayne Brown was an American engineer.
William Wayne Brown (February 27, 1886 – June 14, 1958) was an American racing driver who participated in the 1919 Indianapolis 500.
Biography
Brown was born on February 27, 1886, in Dodge City, Kansas.
On July 17, 1913, Brown went hillclimbing in his car, the Bear Cat, twenty miles to the summit of Pikes Peak. The ascent took 5 hours and 28 minutes.
Brown participated in the 1919 Indianapolis 500.
Brown died on June 14, 1958, in Kansas City, Missouri.
Motorsports career results
Indianapolis 500 results
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Wayne Brown?
American racing driver
When was William Wayne Brown born?
William Wayne Brown was born on 27 February 1886 in Dodge City.
When did William Wayne Brown die?
William Wayne Brown died on 14 June 1958 in Kansas City.
What was William Wayne Brown's occupation?
William Wayne Brown was an engineer.
What nationality was William Wayne Brown?
William Wayne Brown was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Wayne Brown. https://biography.guide/william-wayne-brown/
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