7. The Black Power Salute – 1968 Mexico City Olympics
During the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos made history by raising their gloved fists on the medal podium. Their silent gesture during the national anthem became a defining image of the civil rights movement, sparking global discussions about racial injustice. The Black Power salute transcended sport, symbolizing courage and the ongoing fight for equality (via History.com – Black Power Salute).
