On August 8, 1936, Jesse Owens made history at the Berlin Olympics by winning four gold medals in track and field. This remarkable achievement included victories in the 100 meters, 200 meters, long jump, and 4×100 meters relay. His success at the Games was especially significant as it took place in Nazi Germany, where Adolf Hitler was using the Olympics to promote his ideology of Aryan racial superiority. Owens, an African American, not only excelled in athletics but also became a powerful symbol of defiance against the racist policies of the time. His achievements are still celebrated as a pivotal moment in sports and history.
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