Retired in 1954, after deciding to wind down his racing after failing to qualify for the 1953 Indianapolis 500. George went on to work with Ford on aircraft engines. He spent ages working with Mobil and as a speed trial official in Utah, before settling down to live in the Californian mountain range. He was still driving in his 90's and his death, at 94, meant the last surviving pre-war Indy 500 driver had gone. George started his career in the mid 1920's, and proved a very consistent driver; probably being at his peak just as America entered World War 2. His only championship win though came post-war in the tragic race held at Atlanta in 1946.

Biography last updated 25 Oct 2015