Birthdate: June 6, 1944
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Clarksville, Texas, United States
Tommie C. Smith is a former American track and field athlete who gained recognition for his victory in the 200-meter sprint finals at the 1968 Summer Olympics. He broke the 20-second barrier officially during this event. Smith’s iconic Black Power salute, which he made alongside John Carlos during the medal ceremony, sparked controversy by bringing politics into the Games while also serving as a significant symbol of the Black Power movement. His actions at the Olympics had a lasting impact, solidifying his place in sports history.
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