Munich Olympic Games and Black September Attack, 1972

The 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich were marked by remarkable athletic achievements and a tragic terrorist attack. American swimmer Mark Spitz won seven gold medals, while Soviet gymnast Olga Corbett earned two golds and a silver. However, the games were overshadowed by the Black September terrorist group's attack on the Israeli team, resulting in the deaths of 11 Israelis. This event brought global attention to terrorism.

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