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ESPN Internet Ventures

Espn: Rudolph Ran and the World Went Wild

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has an ESPN article about Wilma Rudolph (1940-1994 CE) featuring several quotes from her about her childhood and the impact of her Olympic career on other athletes. Links in the sidebar also takes you to additional material on...
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Black Past

Black Past: Rudolph, Wilma

For Students 9th - 10th
This brief encyclopedia entry gives the high points of Wilma Rudolph's life and her success as an athlete.
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My Hero Project

My Hero: Wilma Rudolph

For Students 9th - 10th
Track star Wilma Rudolph overcame several childhood illness to become, in 1960, the first American woman to win 3 Olympic gold medals. Use this resource to learn more about the awards and recognition this amazing athlete earned.
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Women in History: Wilma Rudolph

For Students 9th - 10th
Lakewood Public Library presents "Living vignettes of notable women from U.S. history," including this biographical sketch of Olympic champion Wilma Rudolph. Features include a list of awards and links to other resources for further...