Earl Devore
Francis "Earl" Devore (December 2, 1889 – November 12, 1928) was an American racecar driver. Devore and fellow driver Norman Batten were aboard the SS Vestris ocean liner when it sank. He is credited with saving the lives of his wife, and Batten's wife. Both Batten and Devore were lost at sea. Reports indicate that Devore was eaten by a shark in the icy waters. His son Billy also become a racecar driver.
Earl Devore | |
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.jpg.webp) Devore at the wheel, c. 1925. | |
| Born | December 2, 1889 |
| Disappeared | November 12, 1928 (aged 38) 200 miles off coast of Hampton Roads, Virginia, U.S. |
| Cause of death | SS Vestris, possible Shark attack |
| Spouse | 1 |
| Relatives | Billy Devore (son) |
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