George Smith
This file appears in: An Early Derby Winner/Another Derby Winner
The 1916 Kentucky Derby winnder, George Smith, is shown here. Image in public domain.
This file appears in: An Early Derby Winner/Another Derby Winner
An Early Derby Winner/Another Derby Winner
Historical Marker #1295 in Harrodsburg notes the Mercer County origins of two Kentucky Derby winners: Leonatus in 1883 and George Smith in 1916.
Leonatus, winner of the ninth Kentucky Derby (1883) was noted for his stamina and durability. He was…