This chapter explores the historic Harlem Globetrotters basketball game in Berlin in 1951, highlighting the emotional arrival of Olympic champion Jesse Owens. It delves into the intersection of race, legacy, and history in the context of Owens' significant return to Germany.
Jesse Owens spent the rest of his life retelling the story of the 1936 games and his encounter with Luz Long. We trace the evolution of a tall tale, discovering the hidden life of one of America’s iconic sports heroes.
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