The 1955 Le Mans disaster of 11th June 1955
The 1955 Le Mans disaster of 11th June 1955 during the 24 Hours of Le Mans motor race at Circuit de la Sarthe in Le Mans, Sarthe, France. Large pieces of debris, including the Mercedes' engine block, radiator, front suspension, and bonnet (hood), were sent flying into the packed spectator area in front of the grandstand following a crash on the track. 83 spectators were killed and nearly 180 more injured. Picture sows:A fire engine putting out flames which started from the flying debris landing among the large crowds in the stands. June 1955. (Photo by Geoffrey Charles/Daily Mirror/Mirrorpix via Getty Images)
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December 06, 1955
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