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Yoshiyuki Tsuruta and Erich Rademacher, 1928. Creator: Unknown
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Yoshiyuki Tsuruta and Erich Rademacher, 1928. Creator: Unknown
Yoshiyuki Tsuruta and Erich Rademacher, 1928. Japanese swimmer Yoshiyuki Tsuruta (1903-1986) shakes hands with his German rival Erich Rademacher (1901-1979). Tsuruta won gold medal in the mens 200m breaststroke, and Rademacher won silver in the same event at the 1928 Summer Olympics, held in Amsterdam. Rademacher was a member of the German team that won the gold medal for water polo. From " Die Welt in Bildern", (The World in Pictures), cigarette card album, c1928. [Georg A Jasmatzi, A.-G. Dresden, Germany]
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This print captures a historic moment between two legendary swimmers, Yoshiyuki Tsuruta and Erich Rademacher. Taken in 1928 at the Summer Olympics held in Amsterdam, this image showcases the camaraderie and sportsmanship that transcends borders. Yoshiyuki Tsuruta, a talented Japanese swimmer, is seen shaking hands with his German rival Erich Rademacher. Both athletes had just competed in the men's 200m breaststroke event, where Tsuruta emerged victorious with a gold medal while Rademacher secured the silver. Their mutual respect for each other is evident as they exchange congratulations on their remarkable achievements. Notably, Rademacher was also part of the German water polo team that clinched the gold medal during these games. This photograph serves as a testament to their dedication and skill within their respective disciplines. The image comes from "Die Welt in Bildern" (The World in Pictures), a cigarette card album dating back to around 1928. The unknown creator captured this iconic moment forever etching it into history. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of the power of sport to bring people together across nations and cultures. It stands as an enduring symbol of friendship forged through fierce competition and shared goals.
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