The Four Traits That Forge History: Rebellion, Passion, Grit, and Innovation
From jazz pioneers to inventors and activists, history moves through rebellion, passion, grit, and innovation. Learn how these timeless traits still drive change today.
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Discover the StoryThe Four Traits That Forge History: Rebellion, Passion, Grit, and Innovation
USS Langley’s Chief Machinist Mate Lost in the Battle of the Java Sea
Discover the story of the USS Langley’s chief machinist mate and the grit behind America’s earliest aircraft carrier during the Battle of the Java Sea.
Gastrock Special: The Putty Hill Garage Racing Team from 1962 to 1964
Explore the legacy of the Putty Hill Garage Racing Team from 1962 to 1964. Discover how the Gastrock Special and its drivers left a mark on stock car racing history.
NASCAR Champions: The Nite Crawlers’ Winning Story
The Nite Crawlers Racing Team were back to back NASCAR Champions in the Modified Division in 1960 and 1961.
Dominating Alcyon Speedway: The Putty Hill Garage Racing Team from 1958 to 1959
In 1958, Ed "Fireball" Lindsay took over driving for the Putty Hill Garage Racing Team. Ed won track champion in the Modified class at Alcyon Speedway.
A Pair of Champion Drivers: The Putty Hill Garage Racing Team from 1954 to 1957
From 1954 to 1957, championship drivers Ralph Smith and Ken Marriott raced the Number 88 and 88A, respectively, for the Putty Hill Garage Racing Team.
Just Getting Started: The Putty Hill Garage Racing Team from 1952 to 1953
From 1952 to 1953, Pete Kantorski was the car owner and driver. Pete and the Putty Hill Garage Racing Team were the Free State Stock Car Racing Association Champions in 1953.
