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Revisited: fascism and farce at the 1936 Olympics – Forgotten Stories of Football podcast

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Football's Controversial Return to the 1936 Olympics

This chapter explores the intricate dynamics of football's inclusion in the 1936 Berlin Olympics, focusing on Britain's absence from prior Games and the resulting political negotiations. It also examines the debates over amateurism in the sport and the impact of the fascist regime on football's reputation and role during this pivotal moment in history.

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