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Driver, W Esplen in his supercharged MG taking the last hill on the new road track at Brooklands
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Driver, W Esplen in his supercharged MG taking the last hill on the new road track at Brooklands
Driver, W Esplen in his supercharged MG taking the last hill on the new road track at Brooklands.
8 July 1937
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British Driver Goggles Helmet Press Press Photography Racing Racing Car Track Bend Planet News
Capturing the Thrill of Speed - Driver, W Esplen Conquers the Last Hill at Brooklands
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. In this photograph taken on 8th July 1937, we witness a moment frozen in time that epitomizes the exhilaration of racing. Behind the wheel of his supercharged MG, driver W Esplen fearlessly tackles the last hill on the newly constructed road track at Brooklands. As he navigates through a treacherous bend, Esplen's determination is palpable through his focused gaze behind goggles and helmet. The intensity of his concentration is matched only by the raw power emanating from his sleek British racing car. This image perfectly encapsulates an era caught between two world wars - a time when speed and innovation were celebrated as symbols of human progress. It serves as a testament to Europe's enduring love affair with motorsport during the twentieth century. The monochrome aesthetic adds an air of nostalgia to this remarkable piece of European photography from Planet News. Preserved by TopFoto. co. uk, it allows us to step back in time and marvel at both man and machine pushing boundaries on this legendary racetrack. Let this print transport you to an era where adrenaline-fueled races like these captivated audiences worldwide. Experience firsthand what it meant for drivers like W Esplen to push their limits in pursuit of victory on one of Britain's most iconic tracks – Brooklands.
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