The Legacy of the Bluebird

The video discusses the history of speed records, focusing on Sir Malcolm Campbell's achievement of breaking the 300 mph barrier in 1935. It highlights the stringent conditions set by the International Association of Automobile Clubs for recognizing records. The legacy continued with his son, Donald Campbell, who broke both land and water speed records. In 1967, Donald attempted to surpass his own water speed record on Coniston Water but tragically disappeared during the attempt.

Who was the first person to drive faster than 300 mph?

• Henry Segrave

• Sir Malcolm Campbell

• Craig Breedlove

• Donald Campbell

What was one of the preconditions for a speed record to be recognized by the International Association of Automobile Clubs?

• The car must be driven by a team

• The car must be red

• The car must be driven via its wheels

• The car must be electric

What was the name given to the vehicles used by both Malcolm and Donald Campbell?

• Firebird

• Bluebird

• Redbird

• Thunderbird

What unique achievement does Donald Campbell hold?

• Only person to hold both land and water speed records

• First to break the sound barrier

• Only person to fly and drive at record speeds

• First to drive a solar-powered car

What was Donald Campbell attempting to do in early 1967 on Coniston Water?

• Win a boat race

• Set a new air speed record

• Break his own water speed record

• Break the land speed record