Terror in Munich: The 1972 Olympic Games
Season 4, Episode 20, Jul 29, 09:00 AM
After Munich, Germany, was named the host of the 1972 Olympic Games, organizers were determined to highlight the country's softer side after the horrors of World War II. This was, after all, the first Olympics to be held in Germany since 1936's Berlin Games, during which Hitler used the festivities to spread propaganda and Nazi ideology. Unfortunately, Munich's "softer side" went beyond a subdued color palette, leading to a porous Olympic Village that provided easy access to a deadly terrorist attack.
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"Crimes of the Centuries" is a podcast from Grab Bag Collab exploring forgotten crimes from times past that made a mark and helped change history.
DON'T FORGET ABOUT THE CRIMES OF THE CENTURIES BOOK! Order today at www.centuriespod.com/book (https://www.centuriespod.com/book)!
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Hiya Health. Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal, you must go to hiyahealth.com/COTC.
Cremo Body Wash. You can find the new Cremo Men’s Body Wash at Walmart or Walmart.com