
The Strange Story of the 1904 Olympic Marathon
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Chilling Struggles in the 1904 Olympic Marathon
This chapter delves into the grueling challenges faced by marathon runners during the 1904 Olympics, emphasizing severe dehydration and harsh conditions. It tells the compelling stories of athletes like Sam Meller and Billy Garcia, illustrating the perilous nature of long-distance racing.
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