Joseph Henry Horan (November 6, 1878 – February 19, 1961) was an American racing driver who competed in the early years of the Indianapolis 500.[1]

Joe Horan
BornJoseph Henry Horan
(1878-11-06)November 6, 1878
Troy, New York, U.S.
DiedFebruary 19, 1961(1961-02-19) (aged 82)
Troy, New York, U.S.
Champ Car career
6 races run over 4 years
First race1912 Indianapolis 500 (Indianapolis)
Last race1914 50-mile Race #3 (Galveston)
Wins Podiums Poles
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Biography

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Horan was born on November 6, 1878, in Troy, New York. During a practice run for the 1911 Indianapolis 500 on May 24, 1911, he was in an accident and broke his leg.[2] One year later, Horan returned to qualify and drive in the race's second running.

Motorsports career results

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Indianapolis 500 results

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References

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  1. ^ "Joe Horan". OldRacingCars.com. Retrieved 2016-06-15.
  2. ^ "Joe Horan Breaks Leg in Practice". Indianapolis Star. May 25, 1911. Retrieved 2012-10-03.