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Erwin Baker

Racecar driver (1882-1960) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 78

Erwin George "Cannon Ball" Baker was an American motorcycle and automobile racer and organizer in the first half of the 20th century. Baker began his public career as a vaudeville performer, but turned to driving and racing after winning a dirt-track motorcycle race at Crawfordsville, Indiana, in about 1904.

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Motorsports Hall of Fame of America

About this person

Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1882 to 1960 · aged 78