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The First Olympics

In Search of History: The First Olympics

Order at Amazon.com 1997
50 Minutes
Documentary
Available on VHS

A & E Home Video and the History Channel team up to release this 1997 50-minute tape that was originally broadcast as an episode of In Search of History. Running really takes a back seat as other sports such as wrestling, boxing, and chariot racing are discussed in detail creating a frame of reference for the modern Olympic Games. Available at Amazon.com, this tape is narrated by David Ackroyd and produced by Harry Schipper.


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