Historical Marker

Twelve Mile Line

Historical marker location:
Connersville, Indiana
( Marker is at the intersection of State Road 44 and South Gabbard Road, on the right when traveling east on State Road 44.)
Marker installed: 1972

The first long-distance auto race in the United States was held in Indiana in 1911. The race, called the Indianapolis 500, is still held annually and is one of the biggest sporting events in the world.
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