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William Henry Getty France Sr. (September 26, 1909 – June 7, 1992) was an American racecar driver, best known for being the co-founder of NASCAR. France was born in Washington, D.C.. He is also known as the creator of the Daytona International Speedway and the Talladega Superspeedway. France was put into the NASCAR Hall of Fame on May 23 2010.

France was the father of Bill France, Jr. (1933-2007) and grandfather of Brian France.

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  • The property located at 316 Main Street Station once owner and operated by the late Bill France Sr-, founder of NASCAR, still operating today as an event and entertainment venue- 2014-06-21 10-39

    The property located at 316 Main Street Station once owned and operated by France, which is still operating today as an event and entertainment venue.

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