August 3, 2026

On August 3, 1936, Jesse Owens won the 100-meter dash at the Berlin Olympics. Which country did he represent?

Answer choices

• A. United States
• B. Germany
• C. Great Britain
• D. Canada

What happened

Correct answer: United States

Jesse Owens won four gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, defying Nazi propaganda.

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