George Pilkington Mills (born 1867, died London, 8 November 1945) was the dominant English racing cyclist of his generation, and winner of the inaugural Bordeaux–Paris cycle race. He frequently cycled from Land's End to John o' Groats, holding the world record time on six occasions between 1886 and 1895. He was a member of the Anfield and North Road cycling clubs. He later won races and broke records as a car racer and motorcycle rider.
Read more about George Pilkington Mills: Land's End-John O'Groats, Other Timed Races, Bordeaux–Paris, Cycling Club Life, Military Service, Civilian Life
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