Patch, Insignia
Patch, Insignia
Patch, Insignia

Patch, Insignia

Object number2009.67.9
Date1993
Mediumnylon
Credit LineGift of John Philip Young, Jr.
DescriptionShield-shaped nylon American Power Boat Association (APBA) award patch.Dimensions3.125 x 3 in. (7.9 x 7.6 cm)
InscriptionsRed, white, and blue embroidered text "APBA / HIGHPOINT CHAMPION / REGION / 19 93 / 6".
Historical NotesPatch belonging to Chuck Young. Part of a collection that documents the championship powerboat racing career of Chuck Young. In 1956, Young began racing, first the family runabout, then the hydroplane that took him to a national Class A Pro championship in 1963. After racing for 40 years, Charles stopped in the mid-1990s and focused on collecting vintage boating equipment and supporting outboard organizations and events.
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