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Originally Posted by Historybuff
Went over to read the new SAAC site and was surprised to see
such a verbal attack on Jerry Heasley, a journalist.photographer and historian and dedicated Cobraisti from way back, who has done probably done hundreds of articles on Cobras and Shelbys. Turns out the SAAC folks, having their battles with Shelby, took exception to Heasley's latest articles in a Mustang magazine which they thought took Shelby's side on the latest issues.
I think one of Heasley's best articles ever was the one where he went to Shelby's ranch (one of them anyway) on some sort of Cobra club tour. And I believe he actually owns a small block Cobra which shows his dedication to the marque.
I hope he puts up a spirited defense here if they don't give him some space on the SAAC site.. go, Jer!
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As with other well known "auto historians", Jerry did not do his own homework, therefore did not check his story against the facts. He was spoon fed a story, got called out by those who clearly know more than he does, and came out swinging. Sadly, he allowed his ego to get the better of him and has now departed from the SAAC forum with his tail between his legs. Of course, I'm sure as a professional journalist, he just might see the error of his ways and may just write a follow up article apologizing for his mistakes. Then again, he may not be man enough to admit it to anyone, not even himself.
Bill S.
PS: Oh, and just as a side note, Jerry has not been beaten on by just SAAC, as word has spread far and wide as to his blind faith with taking everything stated by Shelby as the gospel truth....Let it be known that if you are going to print with a story, you better check your facts before putting pen to paper (so to speak)..........