A pioneering athlete who dominated the long jump and triple jump events in the early 20th century, winning four Olympic medals and setting multiple world records.
Born in 1881
A pioneering athlete who dominated the discus throw and jumping events in the early 20th century, winning five Olympic titles and setting multiple world records.
Born in 1873
An Irish-American athlete who won three Olympic medals and set multiple world records in the hammer throw, dominating the sport in the early 20th century.
Born in 1882
American middle-distance runner who won the 1904 Olympic gold medal in the 800 meters and set multiple world records in the 400 and 800 meters. He was a dominant force in track and field during the early 20th century.
Born in 1889
American sprinter and sailor who won two gold medals at the 1912 Summer Olympics and later became a successful sailor, winning several championships. He was also a naval officer and businessman.
Born in 1897
American athlete who won gold medals in both boxing and bobsledding at the Winter Olympics, a rare feat in two different sports.
Born in 1897
A Finnish running legend, known for dominating distance running in the 1920s, winning 12 Olympic medals and setting 22 official world records.
Born in 1897
Finnish athlete excelled in shot put and discus throw, winning multiple Olympic and European Championship medals. He set multiple world records in shot put during the 1920s.