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One sheet vintage
Harley-Davidson advertisement celebrating their victory at the 200-Mile National Speedway Championship in Marion, Indiana, in 1919. The primary rider depicted is most likely one of the "Wrecking Crew" team members who swept the podium that year.
Race Details
Event: 200-Mile International Road Race Championship, sanctioned by the M&ATA (Motorcycle and Allied Trades Association).
Location: An improved five-mile dirt course in Marion, Indiana.
Date: Labor Day, September 1, 1919.
Winner: Leslie "Red" Parkhurst took first place.
Team Performance: Harley-Davidson riders achieved a dominant 1-2-3 finish, with Ralph Hepburn and Otto Walker securing second and third positions, respectively.
Historical Context: The race marked a significant post-World War I return for factory racing and drew a large crowd of 15,000 to 25,000 spectators, helping to reinvigorate the sport. |
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