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.
By winning the women's high jump, Alice Coachman became the first black woman to clinch an Olympic gold medal.
Nine cyclists represented the United States in 1948.
20 fencers represented the United States in 1948.
Roster
Head coach: Henry Goode as playing manager and Kurt Orban as playing coach.
Felix Ucko played a different position in every match.
Three pentathletes represented the United States in 1948.
The United States had 26 rowers participate in all seven rowing events in 1948.
Twelve shooters represented the United States in 1948. In the 50 metre rifle event, Art Cook won gold and Walter Tomsen won silver.
<small>*Ranks given are within the heat.</small>
<small>*Ranks given are within the heat.</small>