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THE 1948 OLYMPICS - HOW LONDON RESCUED THE GAMES

THE 1948 OLYMPICS - HOW LONDON RESCUED THE GAMES

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The illustrated story of how London came to be awarded the first Games after the Second World War, how they were managed and their economic, political and social significance, including many first-hand recollections from competitors and journalists.

8vo. 336pp. Dust-wrapper. Very good condition.

Date
2007
Publisher
Cheltenham: SportsBooks Ltd.
Author
Bob PHILLIPS

£9.00 (Code: 86103)

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