The 1968 London to Sydney Marathon
The 1968 London to Sydney Marathon

Author: Robert Connor

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2016-02-17

Total Pages: 305

ISBN-13: 0786495863

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On November 24, 1968, more than 250 people from 19 nations set off on a 10,000-mile endurance rally from London to Sydney. Crossing 10 countries, competitors encountered officious border guards, gangs of rock-throwing children, treacherous driving conditions, collisions, breakdowns, injuries, wayward dogs, livestock, camels and kangaroos, millions of spectators crowding the roads and even bandits. Among the professional drivers were a large number of enthusiastic amateurs, many of whom had never raced in their lives. Drawing from personal recollections of more than 60 participants--many who made it to Sydney and many more who didn't--and contemporary newspaper and magazine articles, this book tells the full story of what was called the "Marathon," from an idea dreamed up over an alcohol-fueled lunch to the last car over the finish line.

The 1968 London to Sydney Marathon
The 1968 London to Sydney Marathon

Author: Robert Connor

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2016-03-03

Total Pages: 305

ISBN-13: 1476620849

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On November 24, 1968, more than 250 people from 19 nations set off on a 10,000-mile endurance rally from London to Sydney. Crossing 10 countries, competitors encountered officious border guards, gangs of rock-throwing children, treacherous driving conditions, collisions, breakdowns, injuries, wayward dogs, livestock, camels and kangaroos, millions of spectators crowding the roads and even bandits. Among the professional drivers were a large number of enthusiastic amateurs, many of whom had never raced in their lives. Drawing from personal recollections of more than 60 participants--many who made it to Sydney and many more who didn't--and contemporary newspaper and magazine articles, this book tells the full story of what was called the "Marathon," from an idea dreamed up over an alcohol-fueled lunch to the last car over the finish line.

The Daily Mirror 1970 World Cup Rally 40
The Daily Mirror 1970 World Cup Rally 40

Author: Graham Robson

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2015-09-18

Total Pages: 676

ISBN-13: 1845848853

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Lasting six weeks, and covering 16,000 miles from London to Mexico City via some of the most varying, tortuous and difficult terrain on three continents, the 1970 World Cup Rally was a unique high-speed event, attracting many serious works teams such as Ford and British Leyland. Despite the tremendous amounts of money spent choosing and developing new cars, completing months-long route surveys, and analysing every detail of diets, oxygen provision, and the number of crew members, out of an entry of more than 100 cars, only 23 cars made it to the finish. It was then, and remains now, the toughest rally of all time.

Race Across the World
Race Across the World

Author: John Smailes

Publisher:

Published: 2020-04

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781760876951

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The rollicking adventure of the world's greatest car race - the 1968 London to Sydney Marathon.

London, a Social History
London, a Social History

Author: Roy Porter

Publisher: Harvard University Press

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 452

ISBN-13: 9780674538399

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An extraordinary city, London grew from a backwater in the Classical Age into an important medieval city and significant Renaissance urban center to a modern colossus--full of a free people ever evolving. Roy Porter touches the pulse of his hometown and makes it our own, capturing London's fortunes, people, and imperial glory with vigor and wit. 58 photos.

Jacques Brel is Alive and Well & Living in Paris
Jacques Brel is Alive and Well & Living in Paris

Author: Eric Blau

Publisher: Dramatists Play Service, Inc.

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9780822219057

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THE STORY: The poignant, passionate and profound songs of Belgian songwriter Jacques Brel are brought to vivid theatrical life in this intense musical experience. Brel's legendary romance, humor and moral conviction are evoked simply and directly, with fo

Petrol In My Blood
Petrol In My Blood

Author: Eric Jackson

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2012-11-11

Total Pages: 362

ISBN-13: 1300398019

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Eric Jackson, otherwise known as Marathon Man, drove for Ford Motor Company in the 50s, 60s and 70s.Monte Carlo Rally, East African Safari Rally, Tulip Rally ... all the classic greats. He was British Rally Champion in 1964. Eric's rallying career has taken him all around the world - literally. He drove round the world in 43 days with his long-time co-driver, Ken Chambers in 1967. He also found the time to build up a successful business and raise a family. He has met movie stars, gangsters, prime ministers, musicians and of course, counted racing legends amongst his best friends. This book is Eric's autobiographical story. Eric travelled the world on epic driving trips, winning rallies, breaking records and generally causing mayhem. Travel with him on his adventures, meet fascinating characters and discover why he is nicknamed Lucky Jacko as he uses up another of his nine lives.