Original 1947 Associated Press wire photo documenting the fatal crash of William "Shorty" Cantlon during the 1947 Indianapolis 500. The image shows attendants carrying the mortally injured driver after his Automobile Shippers Special crashed into the retaining wall on the southwest turn. Cantlon died later that day from his injuries, making this a scarce and historic motorsports news photograph.
Measures approximately 8½ × 6½ inches overall. Original AP news caption remains attached beneath the photograph. This photo originated from the archives of a newspaper near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Light age-related wear consistent with use, including minor corner wear. Please see photos.
Measures approximately 8½ × 6½ inches overall. Original AP news caption remains attached beneath the photograph. This photo originated from the archives of a newspaper near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Light age-related wear consistent with use, including minor corner wear. Please see photos.
