John Henry is a traditional American folk hero known for his incredible strength and determination.
John Henry was a steel-driving man who worked on the railroads, using only a hammer and his own two hands to drive steel drills into rock.
John Henry became famous for his ability to outwork any man and complete tasks that seemed impossible.
John Henry faced a challenge when a steam-powered drill was introduced to the railroad, threatening to replace the manual labor of men like him.
John Henry decided to prove his worth by racing against the steam drill in a contest to see who could drill the most rock in a day.
John Henry won the race, but tragically died from exhaustion shortly after.
John Henry became a symbol of the strength and resilience of the American working class, and his story has been passed down through generations as a testament to the power of the human spirit.