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January 6, 1994: Figure Skating Rocked By Violent Attack

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January 5, 2025

On January 6, 1994, the world of figure skating was thrown into chaos when Olympic hopeful Nancy Kerrigan was brutally attacked after a practice session at the Cobo Arena in Detroit, Michigan. The assault, which left Kerrigan injured and in tears, was later discovered…

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August 14, 1920: The World’s Most Recognizable Symbol Is Introduced

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August 14, 2024

On August 14, 1920, the world saw the unveiling of a symbol that would become synonymous with global unity and peaceful competition: the Olympic flag. Introduced during the VII Olympiad in Antwerp, Belgium, the flag was more than just a new emblem for the…

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August 3, 1936: Jesse Owens Shows Up Adolf Hitler

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August 3, 2024

Jesse Owens’ performance at the 1936 Berlin Olympics stands as one of the most compelling chapters in sports history. In the midst of a politically charged atmosphere, with the world watching, Owens delivered a series of performances that shattered not only records but also…

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World History

July 18, 1976: Perfection Is Achieved On The World Stage

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July 17, 2024

On July 18, 1976, at only 14 years old, Nadia Comăneci did something no other gymnast had ever done before: she scored a perfect 10. “The incredible milestone happened at the 1976 Montréal games, and it was really just the start of an illustrious…

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