July 19, 2004 at 6:29 amby Tracy HarknessDaily News
Tour History for July 19th
1903 - Maurice Garin wins the FIRST Tour de France. 2428 km in 6 stages. 60 cyclists started the Tour but only 21 finished. Garin won 3 of the 6 stages.
1919 - Creation of the Yellow Jersey for the Tour de France.