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Dive into the inspiring stories of the first Black American Olympians who broke barriers and made history. From George Poage’s groundbreaking bronze medals in 1904 to Jesse Owens’ legendary four golds in 1936 Berlin, and Alice Coachman’s record-setting high jump in 1948 to Wilma Rudolph’s triumphant three golds in 1960, discover the incredible journeys of these trailblazing athletes.

We also highlight John Baxter Taylor Jr., the first African American to win an Olympic gold medal, and Harrison Dillard’s versatility in winning golds in both sprints and hurdles. Their achievements not only transformed sports but also paved the way for modern stars like Simone Biles and Allyson Felix.

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