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Olympic History: everything you wanted to know

History Extra podcast

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The Heated Rivalry of 'Blood in the Water'

This chapter examines the charged atmosphere of the 1956 'Blood in the Water' water polo match, shaped by the Soviet invasion of Hungary. It highlights the fierce emotions of Hungarian émigrés in Australia and compares the match to other significant Olympic conflicts driven by history.

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