The Petersen family was involved in racing at Tunis Speedway, Waterloo, Iowa for a number of years. Harry (Junior), Gene and cousin Babe Marquand had distinctive checkboard tops on their cars so everyone would know when the Petersens were on the track. Shown is Gene Petersen.For more information on the Tunis Speedway see this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HE6lnxr84is
Comments:
The Petersen family was involved in racing at Tunis Speedway, Waterloo, Iowa for a number of years. Harry (Junior), Gene and cousin Babe Marquand had distinctive checkboard tops on their cars so everyone would know when the Petersens were on the track. Shown is Gene Petersen.For more information on the Tunis Speedway see this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HE6lnxr84is