The Summer Olympics are a huge draw for audiences around the world. While they are inspirational and an important period of international unity, they have not been without their challenges.
The last Summer Olympics had to contend with the COVID-19 pandemic, and this year, challenges still abound, but the world presses on. Challenges are not new territory, for the Olympic games.
From war to social issues and political pressure, the games have an interesting history. Take a look back at some of the important Olympic moments during the era of the greatest generation here.
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