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Malcolm Campbell with his Bluebird car, 1931
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Malcolm Campbell with his Bluebird car, 1931
Sir Malcolm Campbell (1885-1948), British racing motorist and motoring journalist, with the Campbell-Napier-Railton Blue Bird (Blue Bird II), with which he broke the land speed record at Daytona Beach on 5 February 1931 reaching a speed of 245.736 mph. Date: 1931
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1931 Bluebird Campbell Driver Malcolm Mar18 Motorist Napier Railton Record Speed
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In this iconic photograph, Sir Malcolm Campbell (1885-1948), the renowned British racing motorist and motoring journalist, proudly stands next to his record-breaking vehicle, the Campbell-Napier-Railton Blue Bird (Blue Bird II. This image captures a significant moment in motoring history, as it was taken just after Campbell had shattered the land speed record at Daytona Beach on 5 February 1931. With a breathtaking speed of 245.736 mph, Campbell etched his name into the annals of automotive history. The Blue Bird II, a sleek and powerful machine, was a collaboration between Campbell, Napier and Railton. Its aerodynamic design and advanced engineering were pioneering for the time, allowing it to reach unprecedented speeds. Campbell's determination and skill behind the wheel, combined with the innovative technology of the Blue Bird II, propelled him to greatness. This photograph is a testament to the spirit of innovation and competition that defined the early days of land speed racing. Sir Malcolm Campbell's record-breaking achievement with the Blue Bird II marked the beginning of a new era in automotive technology and set the stage for future speed records. The image of Campbell, standing confidently next to his record-breaking car, is a symbol of human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of speed.
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