Glenn Cunningham

Glenn Cunningham was born August 4,1909 and died March 10,1988. His legs were badly burned at the age of eight during an explosion at his school, his brother Floyd who was thirteen had died in the fire. Doctors recommended amputating his legs, but Glenn's parents would not let it happen. Glenn began therapy an two years after his accident he tried to walk. He had a positive attitude and his faith was strong. He competed in Olympic events in both 1932 and 1936. In 1934 he set the world record for the fastest mile ran at 4:06.8. In 1938 he set the indoor mile run record at 4:04.4. He retired two years after that. Glenn Cunningham is an inspiration to all. He overcame is adversity and made records. Even when Doctors and other highly experienced people said it was impossible Glenn still overcame that and made it possible.