Bill Slater and Eddie Rickenbacker discuss car racing of 1938

The video introduces Captain Eddie Rickenbacker and discusses the 1938 Indianapolis race, highlighting Floyd Roberts' participation. It also covers record-breaking speed achievements by John Cobb and George Eyston, emphasizing the advancements in speed records during that era.

Who is introduced at the beginning of the transcript?

• John Cobb

• Captain George Eyston

• Floyd Roberts

• Captain Eddie Rickenbacker

What was significant about the 1938 Memorial Day Classic?

• It was the fastest race ever recorded.

• Captain Eddie Rickenbacker participated.

• It was the first race at Indianapolis.

• Floyd Roberts won his first major race.

How fast did John Cobb average in his record-setting run?

• 350 mph

• 400 mph

• 300 mph

• 357 mph

Who broke John Cobb's speed record the next day?

• Floyd Roberts

• An unknown driver

• Captain Eddie Rickenbacker

• Captain George Eyston

What was the speed difference between Captain George Eyston's Thunderbolt and the fastest airplane?

• 100 mph

• 120 mph

• 83 mph

• 50 mph