Collection: Jesse Owens Posters

Who is Jesse Owens?

James Cleveland Jesse" Owens is a legendary American athlete, famous for his exceptional performance at the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin, where he won four gold medals. Born in 1913 and died in 1980, Owens left a lasting legacy in athletics and in history at large. His achievements challenged racial stereotypes and demonstrated the falsity of the notion of racial superiority then promoted by the Nazi regime in Germany Beyond his role as an athlete, Owens was also a symbol of hope and resilience, proving that with courage and determination, one can overcome the most difficult obstacles.