Johnny Aitken
American racing driver (1885-1918) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 33
John Donald Aitken was an American racing driver from Indianapolis, who was active in the years prior to World War I. Aitken competed in the Indianapolis 500 three times. He started the race twice, in 1911 and 1916. He led the first lap of the first race (1911).
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Aitken captured the pole position in 1916, but ended up in 15th place that year. In the 1915 Indianapolis 500, Aitken drove relief for two drivers, Gil Andersen and Earl Cooper.
Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1885 to 1918 · aged 33
