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Undefeated: Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School Football Team
Description
A true story of a Native American athlete who overcame obstacles and broke racial barriers in the world of sports. Jim Thorpe, a young Native American boy, was sent to the Carlisle Indian School, where he met Pop Warner, a coach who saw his potential and helped him develop his athletic skills. Jim Thorpe and his teammates went on to become one of the best football teams in the country, and their success helped to break down barriers for Native Americans in sports and beyond. The story is based on the author's research and includes historical photographs and documents to enhance the narrative.