Jim Thorpe - Native American Hero

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What were Jim Thorpe's primary sports of excellence?

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Football, baseball, and track and field.

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Where did Jim Thorpe attend school and play football?

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Carlisle Indian Industrial School.

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What did Jim Thorpe's Olympic achievements signify?

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They solidified his status as one of the greatest athletes in the world.

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What is Jim Thorpe's ethnicity?

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Sac and Fox.

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Who was Jim Thorpe?

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A Native American athlete.

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What is the significance of Jim Thorpe in American sports history?

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He is recognized as one of the greatest athletes and a symbol of Native American achievement.

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What year did Jim Thorpe compete in the Olympics?

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1912.

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What was Jim Thorpe's impact on Native American representation in sports?

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He became a role model and a source of pride for Native Americans.

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What challenges did Jim Thorpe face during his athletic career?

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He faced racial discrimination and challenges related to his identity as a Native American.

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What awards did Jim Thorpe receive during his career?

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He was awarded the Olympic gold medals in the pentathlon and decathlon.