Spitfire Ride

Alternative Title

Carnivals

Creator

Unknown

Files

Preview

Creation Date

1941

Time Period

circa 1941

Abstract

The "Spitfire" ride at a carnival or fair.

Alt Text

A raised, circular amusement park or fair ride called "Spitfire" in mid-operation. The ride consists of a central pole that holds up a wheel-shaped frame that appears to spin, with cars for riders situated at even intervals along the outside of the wheel.

Keywords

Amusement rides, Fairs, Carnivals, James E. Strates Shows

Extent

1 black-and-white photograph

Physical Collection

International Independent Showmen's Museum Photographic Collection

Holding Location

International Independent Showmen's Museum

Media Type

Black-and-white photographs

Identifier

S58-00204-car-00034

Recommended Citation

Unknown, "Spitfire Ride" (1941). Showmen’s Museum Photograph Collection. Image 156.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/showmens_museum/156