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The Milwaukee Mile Racetrack
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A photographer stands close to the Milwaukee Mile racetrack with camera poised to capture the action as the stock cars competing in the race speed by him. Spectators watch from bleachers on the other side of the track.
1951
D. Elliott - Pix
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