Lillian Copeland, American discus thrower and shot putter (born 1904)

Lillian Copeland

American athlete (1904–1964)

Lillian Copeland was an American track and field Olympic champion athlete, who excelled in discus, javelin throwing, and shot put, setting multiple world records. She has been called "the most successful female discus thrower in U.S. history". She also held multiple titles in…