Person in history

Walt Arfons

Walt Arfons, American race car driver (born 1916)

Life at a glance

Died: 2013 · June 4
Known as: racing driver. Citizenship: United States

Their story

Who they were

Walter Charles Arfons was the half brother of Art Arfons, his former partner in drag racing, and his competitor in jet-powered land speed record racing. Along with Art, he was a pioneer in the use of aircraft jet engines for these types of competition.

Why this date

Walt Arfons appears on our June 4 calendar for 2013 as a death entry.

Sources

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Questions about Walt Arfons

When did Walt Arfons die?

June 4 2013.

Who else was born on this day?

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