Horatio Nelson Jackson
Race Car Driver and Physician
Born
March 25th, 1872
153 years ago
Died
1955
70 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An influential figure in the early days of automobile racing, participated in the first transcontinental automobile trip across the United States in 1903. The journey from San Francisco to New York City took 63 days, demonstrating the capability of motor vehicles. Jackson drove a Winton automobile and was accompanied by a mechanic and a dog. The event showcased the potential for long-distance travel by automobile, contributing to the burgeoning automobile culture in America.
Completed the first transcontinental automobile trip
Drove a Winton car from San Francisco to New York
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