Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Towns > Waterloo
John Cobb And Three Other Drivers Leave London For Attempt On 19 Records. For British
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from TopFoto
John Cobb And Three Other Drivers Leave London For Attempt On 19 Records. For British
John Cobb And Three Other Drivers Leave London For Attempt On 19 Records.
For British racing motorists left Waterloo station on Aquitania boat train for the American salt lakes in Utah where they will drive over 500 horse - power Napier - Railton car day and night for 48 hours, in an attempt to shutter 19 of the worlds monitoring records at present held by George Eyston. The driver are John Cobb, T. E. Rose - Richards, J. S. Hindmarsh and Charles Brackenbury.
For the shows John Cobb receiving her sprig of heather from a small admirer when he left Waterloo - left to right - Railton; Rose - Richards; Cobb; Hindmarsh.
26 August 1936 Original caption from negative
TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras
Media ID 11217754
© TopFoto.co.uk
Press Press Photography Planet News
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Farm
> Horses
> Related Images
> Animals
> Mammals
> Horse
> Racing
> Animals
> Mammals
> Talpidae
> Aquitania
> Arts
> Artists
> P
> those present
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Towns
> Waterloo
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Transport
> Railway
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Transport
> Stations
> Popular Themes
> Waterloo Station
> TopFoto
> Motorsport from TopFoto
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we witness the departure of four British racing motorists from London's Waterloo station. Their destination? The American salt lakes in Utah, where they aim to break an astonishing 19 world records currently held by George Eyston. The image showcases John Cobb, accompanied by T. E. Rose-Richards, J. S. Hindmarsh, and Charles Brackenbury as they prepare to embark on their daring adventure aboard the Aquitania boat train. Their vehicle of choice is the powerful Napier-Railton car boasting a staggering 500 horsepower. As they bid farewell to their homeland, we catch a heartwarming moment between John Cobb and a young admirer who presents him with a sprig of heather for good luck. This gesture symbolizes the support and encouragement bestowed upon these fearless drivers as they set out on their ambitious quest. Captured on August 26th, 1936 during a time marked by rapid technological advancements and intense competition in motor racing, this photograph encapsulates the spirit of determination and innovation that defined an era between two world wars. Preserved through monochrome imagery courtesy of TopFoto. co. uk, this snapshot serves as both a historical record and an emblematic representation of human ambition pushing boundaries beyond imagination.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
