Description: This 7×9 in B&W photo, printed from the original negative, taken by Bob Kadel on June 2, 1954, shows Bill Vukovich, now two-time winner of the Indianapolis 500, in front of the Borg-Warner Trophy, being kissed by his wife, Esther, and actress Marie Wilson. Ships with archival photo sleeve and backing board. Original caption (photocopy):Vukovich takes a buss after "500" victoryIndianapolis, Ind.........Grimy from his dizzy whirl around the bricks, Bill Vukovich, of Fresno, Cal., looks slightly dazed as he is kissed by his wife (left) and actress Marie Wilson after winning the 38th 500-mile Memorial Day Auto Classic at the Indianapolis Speedway. Vukovich, who won the classic for the second consecutive time, shattered the old record and set a new one for the race by driving his fuel injection special at an average speed of 130.840 miles an hour. Vukovich (1918-1955) ... ... ...married Esther (Schmidt) Vukovich (1921-1983) in 1941... ... ... Wilson (1916-1972) was a radio, film, and television actress especially known for her role in the My Friend Irma franchise from 1947 to 1954.
Price: 275 USD
Location: East Saint Louis, Illinois
End Time: 2024-08-16T12:55:45.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Size: 7x9in.
Player: Bill Vukovich
Original/Reproduction: Original
Year: 1954
Sport: Auto Racing
