Thorpe, Jim (1888–1953)

Throughout the first half of the 20th century, the name Jim Thorpe became synonymous with athletic excellence; most sports authorities ranked Thorpe among the world's greatest athletes. Born in the Oklahoma Indian Territory on May 28, 1888, to a half-Irish father ...

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