In April 1967, Kathrine Switzer became the first woman to run the Boston Marathon. At the time, officials believed women were incapable of running more than a mile and a half. Show more
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In April 1967, Kathrine Switzer became the first woman to run the Boston Marathon. At the time, officials believed women were incapable of running more than a mile and a half. Show more
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