Montlhéry by Henri Vachon 1950-1957

An exceptional testimony by the photographer and reporter Henri Vachon through 300 previously unpublished and exclusive photos.

Discover Farina, Moss, Behra, Trintignant, Schell, Hamilton, Gendebien, Thirion, Brabham... at the wheel of Jaguar, Ferrari, Lotus, Maserati, Porsche, Gordini, Aston Martin, Talbot-Lago, etc. The world's greatest sporting brands were present on the legendary Linas-Montlhéry circuit in the landmark events of the 1950s: the Paris Grand Prix, the Paris 1000km, the Paris 12 Hours and 24 Hours, the Bol d'Or, the Tour Auto... not forgetting Jaguar's world speed records in 1952. Immerse yourself in the unique history of the great Parisian circuit, with its many configurations and unique architecture miraculously preserved by UTAC.

This bilingual book is aimed at enthusiasts of motor racing history, those nostalgic for the greatest circuit Paris and the Île-de-France region have ever known, lovers of the 1950s and fans of black-and-white photography at the crossroads of art and sport.