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Alice Coachman at 1948 Olympic Games
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Alice Coachman at 1948 Olympic Games
Alice Coachman (USA) wins the High Jump and breaks the Olympic record with a jump of 5 feet 6 inches. Date: 1948
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1948 Alice Athletics Breaks Coachman Feet Inches Jump Olympic Olympics Record Wins Games
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This historic photograph captures the moment when Alice Coachman, an American athlete, triumphantly clears the bar at the 1948 Olympic Games in London, winning the High Jump event and setting a new Olympic record with a jump of 5 feet 6 inches. Coachman's achievement was a groundbreaking moment in the world of athletics, as she became the first African American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in a track and field event. Her victory came at a time when racial segregation was still prevalent in the United States, making her achievement all the more significant. The image shows Coachman in mid-air, her determined expression and outstretched arms conveying the intensity and focus required to reach such a remarkable height. The crowd in the background, some with their hands raised in celebration, adds to the sense of excitement and achievement. This photograph is a testament to Coachman's incredible athletic ability and her place in history as a trailblazer for women and African American athletes in the Olympic Games.
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