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The Hidden History of the Olympic Games

Author
Dan Poulton
Date
7 August 2012
Type
Video
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This programme reveals that behind the familiar face of the Olympic Games lies a hidden history of propaganda, international rivalry and social struggle

Dan Poulton

Dan is a writer, broadcaster and campaigner.  His most recent documentary was The New Scramble For Africa and his documentaries have appeared regularly on the Islam Channel. He is an organiser for Counterfire and a regular contributor to Counterfire site.

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