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For Gold and Glory

Charlie Wiggins created the Gold and Glory racing league for black drivers in the 1920s.

Aired 11/19/2012 | Rating NR

For Gold and Glory

For Gold and Glory

Special | 30mVideo has Closed Captions

Charlie Wiggins created the Gold and Glory racing league for black drivers in the 1920s.

In the 1920s, racial tensions created separation between black and white athletes. After being denied participation in the Indianapolis 500, Charlie Wiggins, "the Negro Speed King", created a national racing league for African Americans. For Gold & Glory spotlights first-hand conversations with Charlie's wife Roberta and features interviews with former drivers, families, historians and witnesses.

Aired 11/19/2012 | Rating NR

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For Gold and Glory is a local public television program presented by WFYI

For Gold and Glory

For Gold and Glory

Special | 30mVideo has Closed Captions

In the 1920s, racial tensions created separation between black and white athletes. After being denied participation in the Indianapolis 500, Charlie Wiggins, "the Negro Speed King", created a national racing league for African Americans. For Gold & Glory spotlights first-hand conversations with Charlie's wife Roberta and features interviews with former drivers, families, historians and witnesses.

Aired 11/19/2012 | Rating NR

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For Gold and Glory is a local public television program presented by WFYI

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