The Milwaukee Mile (Steve Zautke)

Steve Zautke bridges both the oval world and the road world, which are coming closer and closer together. He is a native of Milwaukee, got involved with the Milwaukee Mile at a very young age. His father was a filmmaker and a fan and participated in the events there, organizing them and helping out. He is an author and published a book on Road America. He also participates in this Henry Miller Club News, and works for the SVRA magazine. He's a wonderful writer and historian, and he's also a devotee of Road America. 

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00:00 Introduction and Speaker Introduction

02:11 Milwaukee Mile: The Oldest Racetrack

04:00 Early Races and Tragic Beginnings

06:51 The Golden Era of Racing

11:15 Midget Car Racing and Post-War Popularity

13:31 Iconic Drivers and Memorable Moments

20:10 AJ Foyt's Pole Position and Race Highlights

21:18 The Marchese Brothers and Their Promotion Legacy

22:28 Ed '20 Grand' Steinbach: The Voice of Midwest Racing

23:08 Wisconsin Speedways Dinner and Racing Legends

24:13 The Rise of Stock Car Racing at Milwaukee Mile

25:22 Corporate Sponsorship and the Miller 200

27:00 USAC vs. NASCAR: The Evolution of Stock Car Racing

27:46 ASA's Challenge and Dick Trickle's Victory

28:20 NASCAR's Arrival and Departure from Milwaukee

28:49 The Quarter Mile Dirt Track and Local Heroes

29:25 USAC's Missed Opportunity with Marlboro Sponsorship

30:18 Memorable Moments and Racing Legends at Milwaukee

32:10 Rick Mears' First Win and Penske's Domination

34:53 The Decline and Revival of Milwaukee Mile

35:23 The Harry Miller Club and Vintage IndyCars

36:02 Milwaukee Mile Videos and Personal Stories

37:13 Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements

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