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Best of The Cahier Archive: Ronnie Peterson

Submitted by on June 2, 2011

Peterson_1978_HollandToday’s feature gallery contains images of the 10 time Grand Prix winner, Ronnie Peterson. The popular Swede was much admired for his spectacular style and raw speed.

All smiles with Andretti_1978_ItalySadly, he died following complications from his shunt at Monza in 1978. He was just 34.Peterson_1970_France

This is the latest in our series of  photo specials showcasing the stunning images from the Cahier Archive. The collection, by photographers Bernard Cahier and his son Paul-Henri are part of a massive collection of 400 000 originals of which 17 000+ pictures are currently available on their website.

Images: TheCahierArchive©

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