Earl Devore

Francis "Earl" Devore (December 2, 1889 November 12, 1928) was an American racecar driver. Devore and fellow driver Norman Batten were aboard the SS Vestris ocean liner when it sank. He is credited with saving the lives of his wife, and Batten's wife. Both Batten and Devore were lost at sea. Reports indicate that Devore was eaten by a shark in the icy waters.

Earl Devore
Devore at the wheel, c. 1925.
Born(1889-12-02)December 2, 1889
DisappearedNovember 12, 1928 (aged 38)
200 miles off coast of Hampton Roads, Virginia, U.S.
Cause of deathSS Vestris, possible Shark attack
Spouse(s)1

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