Thomas Flyer and Team in Columbus, Nebraska, New York to Paris Race, 1908

Summary

In 1908, six automobiles raced around the globe from New York City to Paris, France. The contest took 169 days, covered 22,000 miles and spanned three continents. In late February, a few weeks after the start, only five cars remained. After leaving Chicago, Illinois, the American team in a Thomas Flyer would lead the way to the west coast.

In 1908, six automobiles raced around the globe from New York City to Paris, France. The contest took 169 days, covered 22,000 miles and spanned three continents. In late February, a few weeks after the start, only five cars remained. After leaving Chicago, Illinois, the American team in a Thomas Flyer would lead the way to the west coast.

Material

Glass (Material)

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)

Dimensions

Height: 3.25 in

Width: 4 in

Inscriptions

Label adhered to side of glass lantern slide reads: TITLE at Columbus Nebraska / SET No. Monty driver / SLIDE No 50 (light, in pencil) Partially seen at bottom of label: RILEY OPTICAL INSTRUMENT CO ___ NY

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