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HEAVY MEDALS Part 1: Made in Romania

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Nadia's Olympic Victory and Its Impact on Romania

This chapter discusses the significance of gymnast Nadia's success in the Olympics for Romania during the Cold War. It explores how her victory brought national pride, security, and stature to the country, as well as political validation for the country's leader. The chapter also touches on the harsh dictatorship in Romania at the time and the propaganda power in celebrating and rewarding the Olympic champion.

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