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Welcome to the Alexander H. Findlay Official Web site.
A little history concerning this site and who is preparing the information. It is a joint effort of both myself Richard B. Findlay and Ronald A. Findlay, grandsons of Alexander H. Findlay by his 3rd son Norman E.J. Findlay, Sr.
Golf….In the Beginning in the United States
William F. Cody (Buffalo Bill) thought I was crazy, as did Sitting Bull, the Sioux Indian Chief.
Who Really is the Father of American Golf?
Who really is the Father of American Golf?
Is it David Deas, C.B. MacDonald, John Reid, Joseph Oil Fox, Donald Ross, Francis Ouimet, Robert Lockhart. Indeed there many standing in line for the title, but who really qualifies?
The FATHER of AMERICAN GOLF
Acclaimed by the Sports Writers of America as the
The FATHER of AMERICAN GOLF
Great Battle on the Little Course - Alex Findlay vs Willie Anderson
Willie Anderson's golf ball lay between Findlay's ball and the hole. Findlay was stymied, which meant in those days before balls were marked to give opponents a clear line to the cup while putting, he had to play around Anderson's ball. What did Findlay do? Read the entire article and be amazed.
The Year is 1886
There are 38 states to the United States and not one single golf course to play on.
Official Site for Alexander H. Findlay
Alexander H. Findlay brought golf into this country and should be recognized for doing so. This is the official site on Alexander H. Findlay and the complete site is on its way. Please stay tuned for constant updates and additions to the site. Much of the site is still in development and hence certain links don't work. Thank you for your patience in this project and come back soon!