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Wisconsin Athlete Became the First Black Olympic Medal Winner in 1904

George Coleman Poage

A Wisconsin native named George Coleman Poage, who ran sprints and hurdles, became the first Black recipient of an Olympic medal.

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These postcards were mailed to and from Wisconsin residents from 1904 to 1942. Their stereotyped pictures of African Americans were very common and accepted. Such cards were sent openly, without comment or embarrassment.

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