About Sam Day, Jr.
Lived 1818 – 1838 (aged 19–20). Sam Day, Jr. was a jockey.
Sam Goddard Day (1818–1838), usually referred to as Sam Day Jr., was a British jockey who became the youngest winner of the St Leger when he won on Mango in 1837.
Life and career Day was the second son of John Barham Day, of the famous Day family of horsemen. Although he was round-shouldered, he achieved his success by being exceptionally strong and calm.
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Who was Sam Day, Jr.?
British jockey
When was Sam Day, Jr. born?
Sam Day, Jr. was born in 1818.
When did Sam Day, Jr. die?
Sam Day, Jr. died on 14 March 1838.
What was Sam Day, Jr.'s occupation?
Sam Day, Jr. was a jockey.
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