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William Walker

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William Walker (Col ’66 CM)

Publication announcement on June 16, 2023

William Walker (Col ’66 CM) published his second book, The Last Lap (Octane Press). The volume tells the story of Pete Kreis, whose fast life in racing and his mysterious death at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway have inspired many tales over the years. Walker spent 50 years tracking down witnesses, finding newspaper clippings, and visiting sites where Kreis raced on the Indy Car circuit and in Formula One at Monza, Italy. Walker lives in Staunton, Virginia.