The Legacy of the Legendary Olympian | Jim Thorpe: Lit by Lightning

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A comprehensive exploration into the life and legacy of the legendary Olympian and one of the greatest all-around athletes of all time and explores what it means to be an American through the pivotal intersection of identity and sport. See more in this scene from Season 1, Episode 1, "

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