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HISTORY & FULL DESCRIPTION: In 1936 Jesse Owens and Ralph Metcalfe were rivals and the two dominant sprinters in the United States and the world. After qualifying for the 1936 Olympics in Germany both competed with Owens winning gold in the 100 meters and Metcalfe the silver. Both competed in the 4 x 100 meter relay winning gold. Metcalfe went on to serve as a 4 term Congressman from Illinois.
Offered here is an original, type 1, International News Photos wire photograph depicting Jesse Owens in his Ohio State uniform and Ralph Metcalfe in his Marquette uniform on July 11, 1936 at Randall's Island in New York after both qualified for the Olympic Games. Owens won the 100 meters with Metcalfe finishing second.
Bold, clear image. Full caption on reverse. Clean without staining. Not creased or torn. 6 1/2" x 8 1/2." Authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA and deemed Type 1, Authentic with cert # 85241700.
A rare and beautiful image of these two greats.
