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Athletes using various techniques at the start of the mens 100 metres at the Olympic Games in Athens, Greece, 1896 (coloured photo)
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Athletes using various techniques at the start of the mens 100 metres at the Olympic Games in Athens, Greece, 1896 (coloured photo)
6000188 Athletes using various techniques at the start of the mens 100 metres at the Olympic Games in Athens, Greece, 1896 (coloured photo) by Greek Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Athletes using various techniques at the start of the mens 100 metres at the Olympic Games in Athens, Greece, 1896. The race was won by Tom Burke (second from left), of the United States. Illustration from Die Olympischen Spiele 1936 (Cigaretten-Bildendienst Hamburg-Bahrenfeld, 1936).); © Look and Learn
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Athenians Athens Athletes Athletics Metres Olympic Games Olympics Pistol Runners Sprinting Start Starter Starting Track Winner Greece Greek Greeks Sprinters Thomas Burke
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This colored print captures the intense moment at the start of the men's 100 meters race during the Olympic Games in Athens, Greece, in 1896. The athletes can be seen utilizing various techniques to gain an advantage over their competitors. Among them is Tom Burke, who would go on to win this historic race for the United States. The image comes from a private collection and was taken by a Greek photographer in the late 19th century. It showcases not only the athleticism and determination of these sprinters but also provides a glimpse into sports history. The crowd eagerly watches as they await the sound of the starter's pistol that will signal the beginning of this thrilling contest. Athenians and Greeks alike gather to witness this monumental event, which marked one of many milestones in Olympic history. This photograph serves as a reminder of how far both athletics and photography have come since those early days. It transports us back to a time when running was pure and unadulterated, without modern technology or training methods. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of our shared human fascination with competition and achievement. Whether it be ancient Greece or present-day America, sports continue to unite us across cultures and generations.
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