This letter is from Andy Monfried to Jesse Owen, telling him how much of a hero he is to him, and how he wants to be like him. (Left) (Ohio State University Archives: Jesse Owens Legacy)
"He spent the rest of his life in a variety of ways: running several businesses, raising a family, promoting the Olympics, and volunteering his time as an advocate for children." - Jesse Owens home page on the Ohio State University Archives Website
"Any black who strives to achieve in this country should think in terms of not only himself, but also how he can reach down and grab another black child and pull him to the top of the mountain where he is." - " The African American Century"
Owens helps young athlete with his position on the blocks.(Right) (Flickr: Jesse Owens Legacy)
Close after the Olympics, Owens works with African American children. (Up) ( Flickr: Jesse Owens Legacy)
Jesse Owens speaks to a group of young adults, after his 4 Olympic gold wins. (Right) (Ohio State University Archives: Jesse Owens Legacy)