Luz Long
German long jumper and Olympic competitor
Born
Died
1943
83 years ago — 30 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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Competed in the long jump event at the 1936 Summer Olympics held in Berlin, achieving a silver medal. Excelled in athletics at the University of Leipzig and became a prominent figure in German sports during the 1930s. Long served in the German military during World War II and was stationed in various locations in Europe. His sportsmanship and friendship with American athlete Jesse Owens during the Olympics are notable events in history.
Won silver medal in long jump at the 1936 Olympics
Achieved record jumps at German championships
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