Central Tech student competed at 1936 Berlin Olympics
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CTS track star student attended Berlin Olympics on behalf of Canada
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Central Tech student raced alongside Jesse Owens
Sam Richardson’s descendants pose on the steps of Central Technical School last month. Richardson’s family also spoke on the influence he had on the Black community, Toronto, and the nation at large. COURTESY CENTRAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL
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Remembering an unsung hero
On behalf of the Richardson family and the Central Technical School community I would like to thank you for the lovely story on Olympian and Jesse Owens U.S. counterpart, Sam Richardson.
It is important to share the stories and experiences of our fellow school alumni and neighbours, as it enriches our lives.
NEWS (JULY 2017): Remembering an unsung hero
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Central Tech student raced alongside Jesse Owens
PHOTO COURTESY CENTRAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL ARCHIVES: Sam Richardson passes the baton during the men’s 4×100 relay during the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin. Like Jesse Owens, who became a friend, Richardson proudly represented his nation while facing the institutionalized racism of Nazi Germany.