Bill France
American racecar driver (1909–1992)
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Summary
Bill France was born on September 26, 1909[1], in Washington, D.C.[2]. He died on June 7, 1992[3], in Ormond Beach[4]. He worked as a racing driver[5] and racing automobile driver[6]. He ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,271 views/month, #7,049 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Florida[8]
- Child: Bill France, Jr.[9], Jim France[10]
- Country of citizenship: United States[11]
- Position held: chief executive officer[12]
- Award received: Motorsports Hall of Fame of America[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Cause of death: Alzheimer's disease[15]
- Sport: auto racing[16]
- Family name: France[17]
- Given name: Bill[18]
- Manner of death: natural causes[19]
Why It Matters
Bill France has Wikipedia articles in 9 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[20] He is known by 16 alternative names across languages and contexts.[21]
FAQs
Where was Bill France born?
Bill France's place of birth was Washington, D.C.[2].
Where did Bill France die?
Bill France died in Ormond Beach[4].
What did Bill France do for work?
Bill France worked as a racing driver[5] and racing automobile driver[6].
What awards did Bill France receive?
Honors received include Motorsports Hall of Fame of America[13].