Valerie Jerome, granddaughter of Canada’s first Black Olympian John “Army” Howard, became Canadian senior women’s sprint and long jump champion at 15 and represented Canada at the 1960 Rome Olympics, Commonwealth Games, and Pan American Games, winning a bronze medal in the 4×100 m relay. Her brother Harry Jerome set seven world records and earned multiple Olympic, Pan-American, and Commonwealth medals in the 1960s. Off the track, Valerie has been active in politics, conservation, and community service, serving on numerous boards and receiving honors like the 125th Anniversary of Canada Medal and the City of Vancouver Heritage Award.
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Races: The Trials and Triumphs of Canada’s Fastest Family
$24.95Races by Valerie Jerome tells the story of her family’s extraordinary athletic legacy and their struggle against racism in Canada. Her brother Harry Jerome set seven world records in the 1960s, her grandfather John “Army” Howard was Canada’s first Black Olympian, and her sister Valerie competed in the 1960 Rome Olympics. The book explores their achievements, the barriers they faced at home and in society, and Harry’s later advocacy for youth sport and education. It’s a powerful story of courage, resilience, and family determination.
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