In closing I wish to say that while I was sorely beset by a number of white riders in my racing days, I have also enjoyed the friendship of countless thousands of white men whom I class as among my closest friends. — Major Taylor

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Mini who’s who:

Major Taylor : American Athlete
Born:  November 26, 1878
Died:  June 21, 1932