This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, focuses on 'David Crowther: The Ultimate Weekend Warrior' and details the legacy of Canadian grassroots racer David Crowther, whose racing career spanned from the 1960s to the 1980s. Presented by Alana Roberts, the episode explores how she and her husband Trevor inherited and cataloged Crowther's extensive collection of race results, news clippings, and memorabilia. The importance of this collection in preserving motorsport history is emphasized, highlighting the role of research centers like the International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC) in preserving the legacies of non-professional drivers. The script also includes anecdotes and interviews with Crowther's wife, Nancy, and details the various racing disciplines and tracks Crowther participated in, ultimately celebrating his passion for motorsport.
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00:00 David Crowther: The Ultimate Weekend Warrior
00:45 Alana Roberts' Passion for Racing History
01:44 David Crowther's Racing Career
03:48 The Significance of the Collection
10:29 Nancy Crowther's Perspective (Excerpt)
14:36 The Breadth of the Collection
20:19 Preserving Motorsports History
24:37 Conclusion and Acknowledgements
26:47 Q&A Session; Closing Remarks
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This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family - and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.
