"Jesse who won four Olympic gold medals in 1936" Crossword Clue

Author: Mathew Cooper
Last Updated: 11 Oct 2023

"Jesse who won four Olympic gold medals in 1936" NYT crossword answer is:

OWENS (5 letters length)

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Jesse Owens was an American track and field athlete who won four gold medals in the 1936 Olympic Games in Berlin. Owens won gold in the 100-meter dash, 200-meter dash, long jump, and 4x100-meter relay, becoming the first American to win four gold medals in a single Olympics. His success in the face of Nazi Germany's racism and discrimination was a powerful symbol of hope and courage. Owens' accomplishments were a major milestone in the civil rights movement and his legacy continues to inspire athletes around the world.

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