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Jesse Owens

Jesse Owens. By Eason Wu. Growing up. He lived during the time of segregation in America. He had to go to an all-black school He loved to run . He joined the track team in high school. Competing. In 1935, he broke three world records for his speed. He joined the 1936 Olympics.

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Jesse Owens

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  1. Jesse Owens By Eason Wu

  2. Growing up • He lived during the time of segregation in America. He had to go to an all-black school • He loved to run . He joined the track team in high school.

  3. Competing • In 1935, he broke three world records for his speed. • He joined the 1936 Olympics. • He won 4 gold medals.

  4. Life after the Olympics/ Other Interesting facts • In 1950 he started giving speeches to young people. He wanted to teach them to live healthy lived, play fair, and honor their country. • In 1979 Jesse was given a Living Legend Award.

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