Author: Lew Freedman
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
ISBN: 0313387109
Size: 62.51 MB
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This two-volume encyclopedia is the Daytona 500 of stock car racing books—an essential "Bible" that provides an all-encompassing history of the sport as well as an up-to-date examination of modern-day stock car racing. • Biographical features on the most important individuals in stock car racing, from Bill France Jr. and Richard Petty to Junior Johnson and Tony Stewart • Photographs that bring stock car racing to life • A comprehensive biography of stock car-related publications and sources • A handy index of stock car personalities, places, and races
Author: David McGee
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1625842031
Size: 26.58 MB
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It is known as the "World's Fastest Half-Mile."? For fifty years and counting, Bristol Motor Speedway has been home to some of the most exciting moments in NASCAR, and the track's history is nearly as exciting as the legendary races it has held. From humble beginnings, Bristol Motor Speedway grew to become one of the largest sporting coliseums in the world, with seating for 160, 000. Join author and veteran speedway insider David McGee as he goes behind the scenes to offer a collection of stories that will surprise even the most dedicated fans. Packed with never-before-published photos from the entire history of the track, Tales of Bristol Motor Speedway is a book no racing fan should be without.
Author: James P. Rife
Publisher: Department of the Navy
ISBN:
Size: 72.73 MB
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Tells the story of the evolution of the Dahlgren Laboratory from a proof and test facility into a modern research and development center crucial to the technological evolution of the United States Navy.
Author: Randall Cannon
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476642826
Size: 67.94 MB
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The path of Grand Prix racing in America wound through raceways at Sebring, Riverside, Watkins Glen, Long Beach, and finally Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. At each stop, the influence of organized crime seemed no more than a handshake away. But at Caesars the vast crime syndicate appeared deeply involved in the operations of the luxury-branded resort. The Caesars Palace Grand Prix then culminated in an unholy alliance of the world capital of gambling, the mob, and the international czar of Formula One. During its four-year run of successive Formula One and CART IndyCar events, the race hosted the biggest names in motorsport--Mario Andretti, Bernie Ecclestone, Roger Penske, Chris Pook, Alan Jones, Nelson Piquet, Niki Lauda, Danny Sullivan, Bobby Rahal and Al Unser among them. The podium celebration of the inaugural Grand Prix put the convergence of alleged organized crime influences and auto racing on public display, while the years that followed provided their own curiosities. This book traces the intertwined threads through decades of accounts, extensive interviews, and the files of the FBI.
Author: Anne B. Jones
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 0786429887
Size: 37.13 MB
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"From authors Anne Jones and former NASCAR champion Rex White, here are profiles in their own words of over 50 individuals from stock car racing's past and present. With interviews and previously unpublished material, the authors cover drivers, mechanicsand builders, track crew, sportswriters, owners, and Atlanta Motor Speedway President Ed Clark. The book includes numerous photographs"--Provided by publisher.
Authors: Lew Freedman
Categories: Sports & Recreation
Type: BOOK - Published: 2013-03-14 - Publisher: ABC-CLIO
This two-volume encyclopedia is the Daytona 500 of stock car racing books—an essential "Bible" that provides an all-encompassing history of the sport as well as an up-to-date examination of modern-day stock car racing. • Biographical features on the most important individuals in stock car racing, from Bill France Jr. and
Authors: Daniel S. Pierce
Categories: Sports & Recreation
Type: BOOK - Published: 2010-04-01 - Publisher: Univ of North Carolina Press
In this history of the stock car racing circuit known as NASCAR, Daniel S. Pierce offers a revealing new look at the sport from its postwar beginnings on Daytona Beach and Piedmont dirt tracks through the early 1970s, when the sport spread beyond its southern roots and gained national recognition.
Authors: David McGee
Categories: Travel
Type: BOOK - Published: 2011-06-07 - Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
It is known as the "World's Fastest Half-Mile."? For fifty years and counting, Bristol Motor Speedway has been home to some of the most exciting moments in NASCAR, and the track's history is nearly as exciting as the legendary races it has held. From humble beginnings, Bristol Motor Speedway grew
Authors: James P. Rife, Rodney P. Carlisle
Categories: History
Type: BOOK - Published: 2006 - Publisher: Department of the Navy
Tells the story of the evolution of the Dahlgren Laboratory from a proof and test facility into a modern research and development center crucial to the technological evolution of the United States Navy.
Authors: James P. Rife
Categories: Proving grounds
Type: BOOK - Published: 2006 - Publisher: Government Printing Office
This book tells the story of the evolution of the Dahlgren Laboratory from a naval proof and test facility into a modern research and development center crucial to the technological evolution of the U.S. Navy. Combining a close analysis of the technical work that led to the improvements in weapons,