A. E. (Alfred) Moss
Alfred Moss, Indianapolis 500, 1924. Originally in the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Collection. Photo taken in 1924, so copyright lapsed through the 95 year copyright rule. JPEG copyright, Richard Jenkins, 2020.
Alfred Moss, Monaco, 1961. Photo copyright, Edward Quinn copyright edwardquinn.com, 2024. Used with Permission.
Born: |
30 May 1896 |
Died: |
23 Apr 1972 |
Nationality: |
Great Britain |
Indy 500s: | 2 (1924-1925) |
Teams: | B.R.P. (British Racing Partnership) (1963-1964) |
Father of Sir Stirling (and Pat), the E stood for Ethlebert. Worked as a successful dentist and his Indianapolis effort largely came as a result of attending the nearby dental university at the same time! Retired from driving when he got married, but was a huge influence on his wife's, Stirling's and Pat's careers. He also designed the Morrison Air Raid shelter. Formed the British Racing Partnership racing team, but it was not a success. However Alfred continued to be active until illness. Died of cancer. Alfred was born Alfred Moses in 1896 before his father, Abraham, changed the family name to Moss in 1900.
Biography last updated 9 Sep 2019