Olympia card 1936, Berlin. J. Owens, 1936

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Condition: good

Dimensions: 8 cm x 12 cm

Rare large color collectible card of Jesse Owens from the 1936 Berlin Olympics, Serie II, Bild I. Jesse Owens became a legend of these Games when he won four gold medals (100m, 200m, long jump, 4x100m relay) and his performances refuted the Nazi ideology of racial superiority. His triumph in Berlin ranks among the most famous Olympic moments of all time. This card captures one of the greatest athletes in history during his moment of greatest glory. A unique historical document not only from Olympic history but also from the pre-World War II period. A rare collector's item for lovers of Olympic history, athletics, or significant historical moments.