The 1877 Kentucky Derby was the 3rd running of the
Kentucky Derby. The race took place on May 22, 1877. The 1877 Derby was the first to attract a major celebrity spectator, Polish actress
Helena Modjeska.
Full results
Payout
The winner received a purse of $3,300. The second-place finisher received $200.
References
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Events
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Derby
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