Joe James () was an American

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. He was born in

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and died during a Champ Car race at

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Award

He was inducted in the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame in 1997.

Legacy

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honored him along with Pat O'Connor with an annual title event. The 2020 event was part of the USAC Silvercrown series.

Indy 500 results

World Championship career summary

The

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was part of the FIA World Championship schedule from 1950 through 1960. Drivers competing at Indy during those years were credited with World Championship points and participation. Joe James participated in 2 World Championship races but scored no World Championship points.

References

1925 births 1952 deaths Indianapolis 500 drivers National Sprint Car Hall of Fame inductees People from Harrison County, Mississippi Racing drivers from Mississippi Racing drivers who died while racing Sports deaths in California {{US-autoracing-bio-stub