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THE BRITISH OLYMPIC ASSOCIATION ANNUAL DINNER 1955 - GUEST LIST ETC

THE BRITISH OLYMPIC ASSOCIATION ANNUAL DINNER 1955 - GUEST LIST ETC

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Grosvenor House, November 21st 1955. Includes full guest list, short history of the B.O.A., list of officers etc. and a list of GB Olympic gold medallists. This marked the 50th year of the Association. Many details within have been corrected or updated very neatly in ink - it is unclear if this was done before final publication.

8vo. 52pp contained within illustrated boards and held together with blue ribbon. A fascinating document in good condition.

Date
1955
Publisher
The Association
Author
(The British Olympic Association)

£24.00 (Code: 63829)

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