The Trivia Hound

987. Mexico City, Oct. 1968

Roy & Jim got #986!

Many reacted with anger. Some, with sympathy. Either way, this incident was a slap in the face seen 'round the world... Who are these guys?



| posted by John, 6:14 AM

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When Tommie Smith and John Carlos won medals at the '68 Olympics, they gave a Black Power salute which was so controversial. Also pictured is the silver medalist, Peter Norman of Australia.
Blogger Jim, at 6:48 AM  
Thsnkd, Jim!
Blogger John, at 4:51 PM  

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