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Jimmy Winkfield: Derby Pioneer

Jimmy Winkfield: Derby Pioneer

Stuff You Missed in History Class

May 2, 201118m 27s

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Jimmy Winkfield won the Kentucky Derby twice, and he was also the last African-American jockey to win the race. Winkfield moved abroad in 1904 to continue his career, but it wasn't until 2005 that Congress honored his work. Tune in to learn more.

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