captivatinghistory on Instagram: "Jesse Owens’ performance in the 100 meters at the 1936 Berlin Olympics is one of the most iconic moments in sports history. Owens, an African American athlete, competed in a politically charged environment, as the Games were hosted by N*zi Germany under Adolf H*tler, who promoted an ideology of Aryan superiority. On August 3, 1936, Owens ran the 100 meters final in 10.3 seconds, winning the gold medal and becoming the first Olympic champion of those Games. His v