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Jesse Owens' Olympic triumph over time and Hitlerism

Authors :
Bennett, Jr., Lerone
Source :
Ebony. April 1996, Vol. 51 Issue 6, p68, 5 p.
Publication Year :
1996

Abstract

`YES-SAY!' 'YES-SAY!' 'Yes-say OV-ENS!' The chant came in heavy German accents from almost 100,000 throats. Like the roar of thunder, like the rushing sound of mighty waters, it rolled over [...]

Subjects

Subjects :
Track and field athletes -- Behavior
African American athletes -- Behavior
Ethnic, cultural, racial issues/studies
General interest
Behavior

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00129011
Volume :
51
Issue :
6
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Ebony
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.18158117

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