Defiance at the 1936 Olympics: Football, Tyranny, and Personal Legacy

This chapter explores the British football team's experiences during the 1936 Olympics in Nazi Germany, emphasizing their refusal to perform the Nazi salute as an act of defiance. It reflects on the intersection of sport and politics, and the enduring impact of these choices on the players amidst a backdrop of oppression.

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