The 1920s and 1930s were not only a pivotal time in world history, they proved to be the crucible from which the Italian Alfa Romeo brand would forge its future. Founded by gifted engineer Giuseppe Merosi, on January 1, 1910, the A.L.F.A. (Anonima Lombarda Fabrica Automobili) marque’s first offerings revolved around Merosi’s somewhat staid 4-cylinder 24-hp power unit. Within a year, Merosi began campaigning his cars in racing events like the Targa Florio, as a way to bring prestige to…
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