Marshall “Major” Taylor, the first African-American world champion in any sport, began his cycling career in 1892. He faced racial prejudice but held seven world cycling records by 1898. Taylor retired in 1910 and died penniless in 1932, but has since been recognized for his accomplishments. As a young teenager in 1892, Marshall Taylor began […]
The World Beard and Mustache Championships are held every two years, with prizes awarded in various facial hair categories. The first competition was in Germany in 1990, and it has since been held in Norway, Sweden, the US, and England. Categories include mustaches, partial beards, and full beards, with styles ranging from national to freestyle. […]
