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GN of Henry Ronald Godfrey, Essex Motor Club Kop Hillclimb, Buckinghamshire, 1922
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GN of Henry Ronald Godfrey, Essex Motor Club Kop Hillclimb, Buckinghamshire, 1922
GN 1098 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. IT342. Event Entry No: 38 Driver: Godfrey, H.R. Time: 37.8 secs. Place: Essex M.C. Kop Hillclimb. Date: 25.3.22
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Buckinghamshire Crowds Essex Motor Club Godfrey Hill Climb Hillside Kop Hill Kop Hill Climb Motor Race Motor Racing Racing Car Racing Driver Spectator Spectators Bill Brunell Brunell Classic Car Motor Car Motor Sport Vintage Car Wj Brunell
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This print captures the GN of Henry Ronald Godfrey during the Essex Motor Club Kop Hillclimb in Buckinghamshire, 1922. The vintage car, a GN with a 1098 cc engine, proudly displays its vehicle registration number IT342. With event entry number 38 and driven by H. R. Godfrey himself, this powerful machine conquered the hillside track in an impressive time of 37.8 seconds. The scene is set on a picturesque avenue in rural England, where crowds gather to witness this thrilling motor race. Spectators line the lane, eagerly watching as Godfrey skillfully maneuvers his classic car through the challenging terrain. The countryside serves as a stunning backdrop for this exhilarating display of speed and precision. Bill Brunell expertly captured this momentous occasion in monochrome, showcasing both the beauty of British geography and the excitement of motorsport in the early twentieth century. As we gaze upon this image from our modern perspective, it transports us back to an era when driving was not just about transportation but also about pushing boundaries and embracing adventure. Preserved by Heritage Images and housed at the National Motor Museum, this photograph stands as a testament to both automotive history and human ingenuity. It reminds us that even amidst rustic surroundings, innovation thrives – whether it be through technological advancements or sheer determination behind the wheel.
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