The Four-Minute Mile (1954)
In 1954, Roger Bannister, a British middle-distance runner, accomplished what was once considered an impossible feat: breaking the four-minute mile barrier. On May 6th, at the Iffley Road track in Oxford, Bannister clocked in at 3 minutes and 59.4 seconds, becoming the first person in history to run a mile in under four minutes. This monumental achievement shattered a psychological barrier and inspired a new wave of athletes to push their limits. Bannister’s remarkable feat not only showcased his physical prowess but also exemplified the power of the human spirit and the capacity to defy perceived limitations.