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London 1948: The Austerity Olympics
London 1948: The Austerity Olympics

London 1948: The Austerity Olympics

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How the 1948 Olympic Games came into being, as the world struggled to cope in the aftermath of the Second World War, and the Games were held for the first time in 12 years. With Britain in the midst of widespread poverty and rationing, hosting the event seemed unlikely, but existing venues were renovated despite a low budget and little time to play with, and the British people pulled together to make the Games a success.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

65 mins

Rating

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Release Date

23 July 2024

Country

United Kingdom

Cast

Belinda Stewart-Wilson

Belinda Stewart-Wilson

Self - Narrator (voice)

John Craven

John Craven

Self

Sally Gunnell

Sally Gunnell

Self

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