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Wembley Stadium, 1948 London Olympic Games
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Wembley Stadium, 1948 London Olympic Games
Wembley Stadium, as viewed from the air. The main track events and the official opening of the XIVth Olympiad took place here, as well as the finals of the football and field-hockey, fencing, gymnastics and the Prix des Nations. The marathon also began and ended there. The platform at the far end of the stadium is in position for the Olympic torch. Date: 1948
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1. Wembley Stadium, 1948 London Olympics: A Bird's Eye View of Sporting History Wembley Stadium, a legendary landmark in the world of sports, took center stage during the 1948 London Olympics. This iconic print captures the stadium as viewed from the air, with its grandeur and significance to the Olympic Games on full display. The XIVth Olympiad, held in the aftermath of World War II, saw the main track events, the official opening ceremony, and the finals of various sports unfold at Wembley. The stadium hosted the marathon's beginning and end, as well as the finals of football, field hockey, fencing, gymnastics, and the Prix des Nations. The platform at the far end of the stadium, visible in the photo, was prepared for the Olympic torch. This image encapsulates the excitement and anticipation that filled the air as the world's best athletes gathered to compete in the post-war Olympics. The track events included the 100m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, 5000m, and 10,000m races, with legends like Emil Zátopek and Fanny Blankers-Koen making their mark on Olympic history. The football tournament featured teams from 15 countries, with Uruguay emerging as champions. The field hockey finals saw Pakistan claim victory, while Hungary dominated the fencing competition. The 1948 Olympics at Wembley Stadium marked a pivotal moment in the history of the Games, demonstrating the power of sports to unite and inspire despite the challenges of war and its aftermath. This print serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of the Olympic Games and the iconic role Wembley Stadium played in their rich history.
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