Munich 1972 Summer Olympics
Munich, West Germany. Mark Spitz won seven golds amid the terror attack tragedy
Overview
The serenely designed Games turned tragic on 5 September when Palestinian militants raided the Olympic Village and killed 11 Israeli team members. Swimmer Mark Spitz set seven world records while winning seven gold medals. The Soviet Union beat the United States in basketball on a disputed final play, and gymnast Olga Korbit charmed the world.
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