Forgotten Women is a series dedicated to giving women of history the exposure they deserve. This week, we’re paying tribute to American athlete Alice Coachman, who made history at the 1948 ...

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 18: American flags are presented to 1948 Olympic athletes Dr. Sammy Lee, Alice Coachman, Mal Whitfield and Ray Lumpp during the Team USA Road to London 100 Days Out ...