Malcolm Campbell was a British racing driver and speed record breaker, born on March 11, 1885. He is best known for setting multiple world speed records on both land and water during the early 20th century. His most famous vehicle was the Bluebird, which he used to achieve remarkable speeds. Campbell's achievements in speed records began in the 1920s and continued into the 1930s. He was the first person to break the 300 mph barrier on land in 1933. His contributions to motorsport and engineering have made him a significant figure in the history of speed records.