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Babe Didrikson Zaharias
Babe Didrikson Zaharias

Babe Didrikson Zaharias, born on June 26, 1911, and died on September 27, 1956, was an American athlete renowned for her exceptional achievements in various sports such as track and field, basketball, and softball. Known as the 'Queen of Sports,' she won four gold medals at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics, becoming a legendary figure in the history of American sports. more

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