Jesse Owens: Life of Sport Legend Jesse Owens from Beginning to End

by Sport Hour

Jesse Owens is without a doubt one of the greatest athletes of all time. Discover his life's story and legacy in this short-read sport biography. James Cleveland (Jesse) Owens (1913–1980) was an American track and field athlete who is considered one the best of the best athletes the world has ever seen. He was one of the earliest paragons of excellence and achievement as an African American. With his accomplishments, he was able to publicly fight against ideas and attitudes that were intolerant to people of color that were so prevalent at that time. President Jimmy Carter said it “Perhaps no athlete better symbolized the human struggle against tyranny, poverty, and racial bigotry.” Jesse Owens is best remembered for winning four gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games – a feat that was matched only recently – but his legacy runs much deeper than that. He came from a large family in the early 20th century and rose to greatness through hard work and dedication, in spite of poverty and racism. He was kind and generous, and he showed everyone, but most importantly, young Black people, what is possible when you refuse to give up. Download FREE with Kindle Unlimited! Bonus material included! Scroll back up and click the Buy Now button located on the right side of this page

27 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 21, 2020