1908 New York - Paris motor race
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1908 New York - Paris motor race
Auto Race New York. Paris, Times Sq. Feb 12, 1908, Hotel Astor. - Crowd gathered at Times Square and the Hotel Astor at the start of the New York to Paris motor race
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This photograph transports us back in time to the historic moment of the New York to Paris Motor Race's exhilarating start on February 12, 1908. The image, taken at Times Square and the Hotel Astor in New York City, showcases the electric atmosphere as a large crowd eagerly gathers to witness the beginning of this groundbreaking automobile race. The New York to Paris Motor Race, also known as the New York-Paris International Automobile Race, was the first long-distance automobile race in history. A total of 155 participants from 11 countries embarked on this daring journey, covering a distance of approximately 3,100 miles (5,000 kilometers) from New York City to Paris, France. In this photograph, the anticipation is palpable as onlookers, dressed in their finest attire, crane their necks to catch a glimpse of the racers and their machines. The Hotel Astor, a grand establishment of the era, stands proudly in the background, serving as a symbol of the opulence and excitement surrounding the event. The New York to Paris Motor Race marked a significant milestone in the history of motor sports and automobile technology. It showcased the determination, ingenuity, and spirit of adventure that characterized the early days of the automobile industry. This photograph is a testament to the allure and fascination that automobile races held during the 1900s, making it an invaluable piece of history for motorsports enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
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