Statements (94)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:Racing
gptkb:tragedy |
| gptkbp:affects |
sports car racing
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| gptkbp:aftermath |
introduction of new safety measures
Mercedes-Benz withdrew from racing increased scrutiny on racing events |
| gptkbp:casualties |
120 injuries
83 deaths |
| gptkbp:cause |
gptkb:collision
|
| gptkbp:consequences |
lawsuits against Mercedes-Benz
lawsuits filed against organizers |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
influenced literature on racing safety
inspired discussions on ethics in motorsport inspired safety campaigns in motorsport led to increased awareness of motorsport risks subject of various artistic interpretations |
| gptkbp:date |
June 11, 1955
|
| gptkbp:event_type |
gptkb:Racing
|
| gptkbp:first_response |
emergency services mobilized quickly
|
| gptkbp:historical_context |
occurred during a golden age of motorsport
|
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
one of the deadliest accidents in motorsport history
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
1955 Le Mans disaster
|
| gptkbp:impact |
changes in racing safety regulations
|
| gptkbp:impact_on_car_manufacturers |
influenced car manufacturers' safety designs
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
sponsorship in motorsport
future racing regulations design of racing circuits development of crash barriers development of driver safety training programs development of medical protocols for racing events development of racing regulations worldwide development of safety gear for drivers development of spectator safety protocols development of trackside safety measures development of vehicle safety standards development of emergency response plans for racing events government regulations on motorsport media coverage of motorsport events public perception of motorsport safety development of international motorsport governing bodies |
| gptkbp:investigates |
conducted by French authorities
investigated by French authorities |
| gptkbp:legacy |
remains a cautionary tale in racing history
influenced future race car designs remains a cautionary tale in motorsport inspired safety innovations in automotive engineering commemorated in racing history discussions remains a significant event in Le Mans history shaped future motorsport safety protocols shaped the narrative of endurance racing led to the establishment of safety awards in motorsport remains a topic of study in motorsport safety courses influenced the development of racing simulators for training |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Le_Mans,_France
|
| gptkbp:media_coverage |
extensive
extensive media coverage |
| gptkbp:memorials |
memorials established for victims
|
| gptkbp:notable_participants |
gptkb:Juan_Manuel_Fangio
gptkb:Pierre_Levegh |
| gptkbp:notable_person |
gptkb:Pierre_Levegh
gptkb:Mike_Hawthorn |
| gptkbp:number_of_races |
24 hours
|
| gptkbp:public_perception |
increased scrutiny of motorsport safety
|
| gptkbp:public_reaction |
shock and outrage
|
| gptkbp:race_organizer |
gptkb:Automobile_Club_de_l'_Ouest
|
| gptkbp:racing_series |
increased safety regulations
temporary ban on racing in France |
| gptkbp:regulatory_compliance |
establishment of safety committees
mandatory medical checks for drivers increased focus on driver training introduction of speed limits in certain areas led to FIA regulations changes |
| gptkbp:related_event |
similar accidents in motorsport history
|
| gptkbp:related_vehicle |
gptkb:Mercedes-Benz_300_SLR
gptkb:Austin_Healey_100_S |
| gptkbp:resulted_in |
Mercedes-Benz withdrawal from racing
|
| gptkbp:safety_measures |
better spectator protection measures
enhanced vehicle safety standards improved track design introduction of crash barriers mandatory driver safety gear introduction of stricter safety measures led to improvements in car design led to improvements in driver training led to improvements in emergency response led to improvements in spectator safety led to improvements in track design |
| gptkbp:speed |
over 150 mph
|
| gptkbp:survivors |
testimonies from survivors
|
| gptkbp:video_output |
depicted in documentaries
documentaries made about the event |
| gptkbp:writings |
books written about the disaster
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:1955_Mille_Miglia_victory
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
6
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