Many of Britains best-known racing drivers competed at the road racing meeting

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Many of Britains best-known racing drivers competed at the road racing meeting

Many of Britains best-known racing drivers competed at the road racing meeting on the new Campbell Circuit at Brooklands. This was the first time that women drivers have taken part in the event on the new track. R. G. W. Appleton (Appleton Special) leading R. Parnell (MG), N. G. Wilson (MG) and I. N Innes (MG) in the National Race, which was won by H. L. Hadley (Austin).
10 July 1937 [1 July 1937]

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This print captures a significant moment in British racing history. The image showcases the road racing meeting held on the new Campbell Circuit at Brooklands, where many of Britain's most renowned racing drivers gathered to compete. However, what makes this event truly remarkable is that it marked the first time women drivers participated in races on this newly constructed track. In this particular race, R. G. W. Appleton driving the Appleton Special takes the lead, closely followed by R. Parnell in an MG car, N. G Wilson also in an MG, and I. N Innes driving another MG vehicle. The intensity and determination of these skilled racers are palpable as they navigate through the circuit with precision and speed. Ultimately, it was H. L Hadley behind the wheel of an Austin who emerged victorious in the National Race captured by this photograph. Transporting us back to 10 July 1937 (originally taken on 1 July), this monochrome image serves as a testament to Europe's motorsport heritage between two world wars. Preserved by TopFoto. co. uk, one of Europeana Photography's notable collections, it stands as a powerful reminder of how far both motor racing and gender inclusion have come since those early pioneering days.

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