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26.0079 — Harry Leary Memorial Jersey - S
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Published historical context
Harry Leary Memorial Jersey – Dirtyfest 3
This memorial jersey was produced for Harry Leary’s Celebration of Life at Dirtyfest 3, a gathering organized to celebrate the life and legacy of BMX pioneer Harry Leary. The event brought together riders, friends, and members of the BMX community who had been influenced by Leary’s racing career and personality.
The jerseys were created by fellow BMX racer Greg Mathias, serving as a tribute to one of the sport’s most recognizable figures. Leary, often known by the nickname “Scary Harry,” was widely respected for his aggressive riding style and competitive spirit during the early years of professional BMX racing.
Events like Dirtyfest reflect the strong sense of community within BMX culture, where riders frequently gather to celebrate the contributions of influential figures. This jersey stands as a commemorative artifact from that gathering and represents the lasting respect and admiration the BMX community continues to hold for Harry Leary.
Artifact record
| Field | Published record |
|---|---|
| Artifact ID | 26.0079 |
| Artifact name | Harry Leary Memorial Jersey - S |
| Category | Jerseys |
| Source | Greg Mathias |
| Collection | Lititz BMX Archive |
| Location | Lititz, Pennsylvania |
| Source evidence status | original_page_capture |
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Preservation note
This record preserves the artifact ID, published wording, live source address, and original source imagery without silently correcting source inconsistencies. Every displayed image in this record is an unchanged original source file. This checkpoint covers 26.0001 through 26.0101.