Le Mans Crash Kills Driver and Many Spectators

In June 1955 a major crash during the 24 Hours of Le Mans motor race in the city of Le Mans, France sent large pieces of debris into the crowd, killing 83 spectators and French driver Pierre Levegh. 180 more spectators were injured.

The Le Mans crash was the most catastrophic in motor sport history, and it prompted Mercedes-Benz to retire from motor racing until 1987.

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