Jesse Owens was an authentic American hero from then ... As a teenager he set or tied national high school records in the 100- and 220-yard dashes and the long jump (called the broad jump then).

Despite the racial slurs he endured, Jesse Owens' grace and athleticism rallied crowds across the globe. But when the four-time Olympic gold medalist returned home, he could not even ride in the ...

For most athletes, Jesse Owens' performance one spring afternoon ... As a teenager he set or tied national high school records in the 100- and 220-yard dashes and the long jump (called the broad ...