Harry Jerome Statue Details
The Harry Jerome Statue is a statue erected in memory of Canadian track and field athlete Harry Jerome. Harry Jerome became one of Canada’s best-known track and field athletes in the 1960s, winning a bronze medal in the 100m at the 1960 Rome Olympics and winning the 100m and 4x100m relay at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. The gold medal of the competition.
This statue is located in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, on the west side of Granville Island. The statue is based on the running posture of Harry Jerome. He is wearing sportswear, his arms are bent, and his center of gravity is forward, as if he is sprinting at full speed. The background of the statue is a huge stone base on which are engraved his life stories and achievements.
The Harry Jerome statue has become a beautiful sight in downtown Vancouver, attracting tourists from all over the world to visit and take photos. This statue not only commemorates Harry Jerome’s sporting achievements, but also honors his contribution to Canadian sports.
