The 1956 24 Hours of Le Mans was the 24th Grand Prix of Endurance, and took place on July 28 and 29 1956.
Following the events of 1955, the front stretch and pit lane were redesigned in order to enhance driver and spectator safety. This involved a change to the layout of the Dunlop curve, shortening the overall length of the track by 31 meters.
This race saw the death of French driver Louis Héry when his Monopole was involved in an accident early in the race.
Read more about 1956 24 Hours Of Le Mans: Official Results, Not Classified, Did Not Finish, Statistics, Trophy Winners
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