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Bendix Trophy Presentation Version

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Jimmy Doolittle received this presentation version of the Bendix Trophy for his 1931 victory.

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Aeronautical and automotive manufacturer Vincent Bendix established the Bendix Trophy for long-distance racing in 1931. Doolittle received this presentation version of the trophy for his victory in the inaugural race. The Bendix Trophy is on display in the Museum’s Golden Age of Flight gallery.

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National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Institution

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A19740555000
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NASM 2005-3735
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2003
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Artifact
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