Kathrine Switzer in the 1967 Boston Marathon being tackled by a race official.
Marathon Pioneer Story aired: Monday, April 16, 2007
Katherine Switzer was the first woman to officially enter and finish the marathon in Boston. Race official Jock Semple tried to tackle Switzer back in 1967 in an effort to stop her run.
Here and Now's Alex Ashlock speaks with Switzer about her experience.
Guests:
Katherine Switzer
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