Daily Reflector, February 15, 1976 - ECU Digital Collections。Rare limited-edition commemorative sneaker honoring 1968 U.S. Olympic gold medalist Ron Freeman and his historic 43.2-second relay split at the Mexico City Olympic Games. Original commemorative box included. The tongue inscription commemorates Freeman’s 43.2-second split at the 1968 Mexico City Olympic Games, described on the shoe as the longest-standing track and relay split record in Olympic Games history. Striking black and gold/yellow leather uppers with contrasting navy blue laces and white rubber soles featuring a distinctive puzzle-piece tread pattern. “Visual Consciousness” is embossed at the heels. Details: * Men’s size: US 9.5 * Ron Freeman 43.2 Gold Medalist * Designed by Arlena Richardson * Limited Edition – Code #KQ4598 * Made in Italy * Black & gold/yellow leather * Navy blue laces * White puzzle-pattern rubber soles * Original commemorative Ron Freeman 43.2 box included Shoes appear to be in excellent, very lightly worn condition based on the clean uppers and minimal visible wear to the soles. Please review all photos for exact condition. Keywords: Ron Freeman, 43.2, Olympics, 1968 Mexico City Olympics, Olympic Gold Medalist, track and field, relay, limited edition, Made in Italy, leather sneakers, collectible sneakers, sports memorabilia.