The missing milestone: Glen Conley's 7-foot jump
In June 1956 -- two years after the first sub-4-minute mile -- an arguably greater barrier fell in track and field: the first 7-foot high jump. Charlie Dumas cleared 2.15 meters (7-0 1/2) at the U.S. Olympic Trials at the tender age of 19. The performance sent shockwaves through the sports world. Dumas cemented his legend with a gold medal at the Melbourne Olympics. His death at age 66 in 2004 inspired many to reflect on greatness. Glen Conley hasn't been so lucky.
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