Bill France Sr.
William Henry Getty France (September 26, 1909 – June 7, 1992) was an American businessman and racing driver. He was also known as Bill France Sr. or Big Bill. He is best known for founding and managing NASCAR, a sanctioning body of US-based stock car racing.
Bill France Sr. | |
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| Born | William Henry Getty France September 26, 1909 Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Died | June 7, 1992 (aged 82) Ormond Beach, Florida, U.S. |
| Resting place | Hillside Cemetery, Ormond Beach, Florida, U.S. |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Organization | NASCAR |
| Title | Chief Executive Officer |
| Predecessor | Founder |
| Successor | Bill France Jr. |
| Spouse | Anne Bledsoe |
| Children | Bill France Jr. Jim France |
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| Relatives | Brian France (grandson) Lesa Kennedy (granddaughter) |
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