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Charles Jarrott driving a 40 HP Panhard
Early Motor Car Racing - Charles Jarrott at the wheel of a 40 HP Panhard in the Paris-Berlin Race of 1901.
1901
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Automobile Berlin Horsepower Jarrott Panhard Wheel 1901
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This evocative photograph captures the daring spirit of early motor racing as Charles Jarrott skillfully navigates a 40 HP Panhard during the Paris-Berlin Race of 1901. The Paris-Berlin Race, also known as the Paris-Berlin-Paris Rally, was one of the earliest long-distance automobile races in history, covering a distance of approximately 1,170 kilometers (727 miles) between the French and German capitals. Charles Jarrott, a British racing driver, was a pioneer in the burgeoning world of motorsport. The Panhard he is driving here is a 40 HP model, which was one of the most advanced vehicles of its time. With a top speed of around 60 kilometers per hour (37 miles per hour), the 40 HP Panhard was a formidable machine for the era, boasting a powerful engine and a lightweight chassis. The Paris-Berlin Race was a grueling test of endurance for both man and machine. Drivers faced treacherous roads, unpredictable weather conditions, and the constant threat of mechanical failure. Jarrott's determined expression and focused gaze suggest that he is fully committed to the challenge, while the cloud of dust kicked up by the Panhard's wheels attests to the rough terrain he is traversing. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of motoring and motor racing, a time when the automobile was still a new and exciting invention, and the thrill of the open road was a powerful draw for adventurous spirits like Charles Jarrott.
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