Berlin 1936 Olympic Highlights

This silent footage from the 1936 Berlin Olympics, held from August 1 to 16, captures key moments of the historic event hosted by Nazi Germany. Directed by Leni Riefenstahl in parts, it showcases athletic feats, including Jesse Owens’ four gold medal victories, amid a backdrop of propaganda. The film offers a rare glimpse into the games’ grandeur and the era’s political tension, preserved in striking black-and-white imagery.