These horseshoes were used by Frank Lundin, a native of Sweden who moved to New London, Iowa in 1909. In 1922, Lundin competed in the state and national horseshoe meet held at the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines. Lundin won 59 of the 60 games he played in this competition. Lundin then faced Frank Jackson, an Iowa farmer and national horseshoe pitching champion. Lundin wore 14 of the 15 games he played against Jackson and gained the title of national horseshoe pitching champion. In 1923, Lundin traveled to Florida to defend his title as champion; however, he lost his title to Harold Falor of Ohio. Later that year, he regained his title as the Iowa champion at the state Fair. Lundin continued to pitch horseshoes in the years that followed. One of the medals that Lundin won during his career is also pictured. Content can be used with the following standards: 3rd grade Cultural Contributions in a lesson on Iowa athletes and sporting events of the state. For any use other than instructional resources, please check with the organization that owns this item regarding copyright restrictions.
2018.013.011 [Horseshoe, Pitching]
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