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Great Britain ice hockey team, Winter Olympic Games, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, 1936
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Great Britain ice hockey team, Winter Olympic Games, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, 1936
Great Britain ice hockey team, Winter Olympic Games, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, 1936. Great Britain finished ahead of Canada in the final pool to win the gold medal. A print from Olympia 1936, Die Olympischen Spiele 1936, Volume I, Cigaretten-Bilderdienst, Hamburg, 1936
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This print captures a significant moment in the history of ice hockey. Taken during the Winter Olympic Games in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, in 1936, it showcases the victorious Great Britain ice hockey team. The British athletes achieved an astonishing feat by finishing ahead of Canada in the final pool to claim the coveted gold medal. The image portrays a group portrait of determined men, clad in their winter sports attire and holding their trusty hockey sticks. Their intense gazes reflect both their competitive spirit and unwavering dedication to their sport. Against a backdrop of snow-covered landscapes and chilly weather conditions, these athletes showcase not only their physical prowess but also their ability to adapt to challenging environments. As one examines this snapshot from nearly a century ago, it becomes evident that this historic event was more than just a sporting triumph; it symbolized resilience and camaraderie amidst political tensions leading up to World War II. This photograph serves as a testament to the power of sportsmanship transcending borders and unifying nations through shared passion for athletic excellence. Preserved within the pages of Olympia 1936 - Die Olympischen Spiele 1936 - Volume I by Cigaretten-Bilderdienst Hamburg, this print stands as an enduring reminder of Great Britain's remarkable achievement on that fateful day. It allows us to relive an extraordinary moment when underdogs defied expectations and etched themselves into Olympic history forever.
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