American racing driver (1903–1947) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
William Andrew "Shorty" Cantlon (October 18, 1903 – May 30, 1947)[1] was an American racing driver.
| Shorty Cantlon | |||||||
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| Born | William Andrew Cantlon October 18, 1903 Cary, Illinois, U.S. | ||||||
| Died | May 30, 1947 (aged 43) Speedway, Indiana, U.S. | ||||||
| Champ Car career | |||||||
| 38 races run over 16 years | |||||||
| Best finish | 2nd (1930) | ||||||
| First race | 1929 Detroit 100 (Detroit) | ||||||
| Last race | 1947 Indianapolis 500 (Indianapolis) | ||||||
| First win | 1930 Akron 100 (Akron) | ||||||
| Last win | 1934 Syracuse 100 (Syracuse) | ||||||
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Cantlon was killed on May 30, 1947, while racing in the 1947 Indianapolis 500.[2] His accident was on lap 40, after swerving into the outside retaining wall to avoid the spinning car of Bill Holland, who recovered from the spin to finish second. He was buried in Detroit, Michigan at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.[3]
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