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JESSE OWENS Jesse Owens breaks the 100 metre record
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Berlin Breaks Jesse Metre Olympics Record Running Track 1936
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This historic photograph captures the electrifying moment when American athlete Jesse Owens shatters the 100-meter world record at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. The image, taken on August 3, 1936, shows Owens in full flight, his powerful muscles tensed as he strides towards the finish line. The ecstatic crowd roars in approval, their faces a blur of excitement and jubilation. Jesse Owens' victory was a significant moment in sports history, as he defied the racist beliefs of Adolf Hitler and the Nazi regime, who had hoped to use the Olympics to promote their ideology. Owens won a total of four gold medals at the Berlin Games, setting new world records in the 100-meter, 200-meter, long jump, and 4x100-meter relay. His achievements were a powerful symbol of racial equality and athletic excellence, and his legacy continues to inspire generations of athletes and civil rights activists. The photograph captures the raw emotion and intensity of the moment, with the crowd's energy and excitement palpable in the image. The large, open track and well-defined lines of the stadium create a sense of spaciousness and grandeur, emphasizing the scale of the event and the significance of Owens' achievement. The black-and-white format adds to the timeless quality of the image, making it a powerful and enduring symbol of Olympic history and the indomitable spirit of human achievement.
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