Cold War Games: Spies, Subterfuge and Secret Operations at the 1956 Olympic Games

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Set against the backdrop of the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games, the narrative explores how the US and USSR manipulated the event for propaganda, transforming it into a battleground of ideological rivalry. Highlighting key moments like the violent water polo match between the USSR and Hungary and the defection of 46 athletes, it intertwines sports with politics. Additionally, it features a poignant love story between Czechoslovak discus thrower Olga Fikotová and American hammer thrower Hal Connolly, showcasing their struggle to unite amidst Cold War tensions. Fresh insights from newly uncovered documents enrich this compelling account.