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  1. Jun 19, 2024 · Wilma Rudolph (born June 23, 1940, St. Bethlehem, near Clarksville, Tennessee, U.S.—died November 12, 1994, Brentwood, Tennessee) was an American sprinter, the first American woman to win three track-and-field gold medals in a single Olympics.

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  2. Jun 23, 2024 · Wilma Glodean Rudolph, an American sprinter born on 23 June 1940 in Saint Bethlehem, Tennessee, remains one of the most inspiring figures in the history of athletics. Her story is not just one of athletic triumph but also of overcoming extraordinary odds, breaking racial and gender barriers, and leaving an indelible mark on the world.

  3. Jun 28, 2024 · Discover the best things to do & events in Saint Bethlehem. explore concerts, meetups, open mics, art shows, music events and a lot more.

  4. Jun 23, 2024 · On this day, June 23rd, in Black Herstory In 1940, Gold Medal champion Wilma Rudolph was born in Saint Bethlehem, Tennessee. Rudolph broke American female Olympic records by becoming the first...

  5. Jun 23, 2024 · On June 23, 1940, Gold Medal champion Wilma Rudolph was born in Saint Bethlehem, Tennessee. Rudolph broke American female Olympic records by becoming the first female Olympic athlete to win three gold medals in track and field in a single Olympics.

  6. 4 days ago · Wilma Glodean Rudolph (June 23, 1940 – November 12, 1994) was an African-American sprinter born in Saint Bethlehem, Tennessee, who became a world-record-holding Olympic champion and international sports icon in track and field following her successes in the 1956 and 1960 Olympic Games.

  7. Jun 13, 2024 · On June 23, 1940, track icon Wilma Rudolph was born in Saint Bethlehem, Tennessee. Rudolph overcame polio and became the fastest woman in the world. In 1960, she won three gold medals at the Olympic Games in Rome, Italy.