Art Klein
American racing driver (1889–1955)
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Arthur Hayes Klein (March 16, 1889 – June 6, 1955) was an American racing driver.
BornArthur Hayes Klein
March 16, 1889
March 16, 1889
Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.
DiedJune 6, 1955 (aged 66)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Best finish11th (1922)
First race1914 Indianapolis 500 (Indianapolis)
| Art Klein | |||||||
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 Klein in 1920 | |||||||
| Born | Arthur Hayes Klein March 16, 1889 Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. | ||||||
| Died | June 6, 1955 (aged 66) Los Angeles, California, U.S. | ||||||
| Champ Car career | |||||||
| 45 races run over 9 years | |||||||
| Best finish | 11th (1922) | ||||||
| First race | 1914 Indianapolis 500 (Indianapolis) | ||||||
| Last race | 1923 Beverly Hills 250 #1 (Beverly Hills) | ||||||
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Klein was an aviator and an engineering officer during World War I, stationed in Issoudun, France.[1] After retiring from racing, Klein later became the head of transportation for Warner Brothers studios, working there until his death.[2]
