1913
Jesse Owens, American sprinter and long jumper (died 1980)
Jesse Owens, American sprinter and long jumper (died 1980)
Jesse Owens, American sprinter and long jumper (died 1980)
Jesse Owens
American track and field athlete (1913–1980)
- Born
- 1913
James Cleveland "Jesse" Owens was an American track and field athlete who made history at the 1936 Olympic Games by winning four gold medals, setting individual Olympic records in each event, plus another as a member of the 400-meter relay. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes in track and field history.