Havre de Grace Racetrack - Havre de Grace, MD
Posted by: bluesnote
N 39° 32.216 W 076° 06.728
18S E 404429 N 4376953
One of many historical markers in Havre de Grace.
Waymark Code: WM11EZ3
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 10/10/2019
Views: 2
The plaque says, "In operation from 1912-1950 and nicknamed "The Graw." The Harford Agricultural and Breeders Association racetrack was one of four one-mile thoroughbred race-courses in Maryland and reflected Harford County's status as a breeding center for thoroughbreds. Man O' War won the Potomac Handicap here in 1920, setting a track record. En route to the Triple Crown in 1948, Citation lost his only race that year, to a local horse, Saggy. The Clubhouse and grandstand remain."
Americana: Sign
Significant Interest: Road Sign
Milestone / Marker: Historical Marker
Web Address: Not listed
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