The United States competed at the 1948 Summer Olympics in London, England, United Kingdom. 300 competitors, 262 men and 38 women, took part in 126 events in 19 sports.

Medalists

Athletics

By winning the women's high jump, Alice Coachman became the first black woman to clinch an Olympic gold medal.

Basketball

Boxing

Canoeing

Cycling

Nine cyclists represented the United States in 1948.

Diving

Equestrian

Fencing

20 fencers represented the United States in 1948.

Football

Roster

Gymnastics

Hockey

Head coach: Henry Goode as playing manager and Kurt Orban as playing coach. Felix Ucko played a different position in every match.

Modern pentathlon

Three pentathletes represented the United States in 1948.

Rowing

The United States had 26 rowers participate in all seven rowing events in 1948.

Sailing

Shooting

Twelve shooters represented the United States in 1948. In the 50 metre rifle event, Art Cook won gold and Walter Tomsen won silver.

Swimming

Water polo

Weightlifting

Wrestling

Art competitions