It's called the darkest day in Olympic history. Five decades on from the Munich massacre, where eleven Israelis tragically lost their lives, Germany has agreed to pay compensation and establish a Commission to answer the many questions that remain. The story of the Munich '72 Olympics is not over. as this week's commemoration has proved.
Feb 2024
Unheard: Memories of Munich
As we commemorate the 66th anniversary of the Munich Air Disaster, we have delved into the archives to present a special episode of the Manchester United podcast.In 1998, 40 years after the tragedy, journalist and author Tom Tyrrell spent time with Jackie Blanchflower, Bill Foulk ... Show More
46m 38s
Jul 2021
Colonel Gaddafi Part 4: The Munich Olympic Massacre
In the summer of 1972, at the Munich Olympic Games, a festival of sport becomes a terrifying nightmare. The Libyan leader tightens his grip on power at home, while exporting terror abroad. Tension with America is reaching breaking point.
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42m 16s