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Alexander Winton
1860Jun, 20

Alexander Winton

Alexander Winton, Scottish-American race car driver and engineer (d. 1932)
Alexander Winton (June 20, 1860 – June 21, 1932) was a Scottish-American bicycle, automobile and diesel engine designer and inventor. He also was an early automobile racer.

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