Biography
Theodore Herbert Tetzlaff (February 5, 1883 β December 8, 1929) was an American racecar driver active in the formative years of auto racing. He competed in the first four Indianapolis 500s, with a highest finish of second in 1912. He earned the nickname "Terrible Teddy" due to his rough treatment of his vehicles. His wide-open throttle racing style would variously win a race, blow up his engine or cause him to crash. As auto racing strategies evolved from the early "go as fast as you can and see if you can stay on the track," his early dominance of the sport waned. Teddy Tetzlaff was born in Orange, California, on February 5, 1883.
Filmography
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Race Car Driver
Double Speed (1920)
Movie
Racing Car Driver
The Roaring Road (1919)
Movie
Teddy Tetzlaff - a Race Car Driver - Mabel's Choice
The Speed Kings (1913)
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GenderMale
Birthday1883-02-05
Deathday1929-12-08 (46 years old)
Birth NameTheodore Herbert Tetzlaff
Birth PlaceOrange, California, USA
CitizenshipsUnited States of America
Also Known AsTerrible Teddy, Terrible Tedy Tetzlaff
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