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This Day in History: 07/06/1957 - Gibson wins Wimbledon

On this day in 1957, Althea Gibson claims the women's singles tennis title at Wimbledon and becomes the first African American to win a championship at London's All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.
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Length: 01:00  Posted: 11/24/2008

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