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August 7, 1960

Wilma Rudolph Wins Three Gold Medals

Wilma Rudolph became the first American woman to win three gold medals in a single Olympic Games.

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September 7, 1960

Wilma Rudolph Wins Three Olympic Golds

Wilma Rudolph became the first American woman to win three gold medals in a single Olympic Games.

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