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Berlin Opens Olympics Amid Parade and Fire
The Olympic Games opened with a grand ceremony in Berlin as a flame from Greece entered the stadium before Reichsfuehrer Hitler. American contingents faced mixed reception, with some whistling and others preserving a flag salute. Jesse Owens set records in the 100 meter event, while other athletes from the United States excelled or were eliminated as the opening day progressed.
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