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Dan Patch
Dan Patch
NameDan Patch
Birth/Death Dates1896-1916
Where in IndianaBenton County--Kelly's livery stable near Oxford
When in Indiana1896-1901
Notable ForFrom the time he started racing in 1900 until he retired from exhibitions in 1909, Dan Patch did not lose a race and finished second in only two heats. In 1905 Dan Patch set a world's record for the mile - 1:55 1/4 that stood for 33 years. The horse was known for being gentle and easy to handle.
SubjectDan Patch (Race horse)
Horses
Horse racing
Racetracks (Horse racing)
Item IDP0411_BOX15_FOLDER5_DAN_PATCH
Digital CollectionNotable Hoosiers (DC 010)
Copyright NoticeDigital Image © 2011 Indiana Historical Society. All Rights Reserved.
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