by cocokitten
In August 1936 the Berlin Olympics opened for the first time with a torch. The flame had been carried in relay from the home of the first Olympians in Greece. It was a dramatic and symbolic opening for what became known as...read more
by Bobby Coles
The Olympic Games always offer forth a moment or two of sheer joy and excitement to behold. Some of the greatest moments have not come on the track, field, ice, or asphalt, but rather in moments of uninhibited happiness o...read more
by Sage Kalmus
When it comes to a recurring rite like the Olympic Games, overflowing with triumphs and defeats, achievements and accidents, glory and shame, it is nearly impossible to isolate even a handful of its greatest moments. Nonet...read more
by Chris Pearce
There have been numerous great moments in Olympic history. I love the Summer Olympics and look forward to them every time, especially the track and field and the swimming. To see the athletes at the peak of their careers, ...read more
by Ryan Gray
Many close finishes and world records came to mind as I recalled the greatest moments in the history of the Olympic Games. When the top athletes from around the world gather in the same place, great moments are part of the...read more
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