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In Search of History journeys 2,000 years from ancient times to the present, taking a closer look at the events, places, and hidden mysteries that have puzzled and inspired historians and experts across the ages. Episode: The First Olympics: Olympia, where every four years Greek city-states set asid...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Schipper, Henry (Producer), Ackroyd, David, 1940- (Narrator)
Format: Video
Language:English
Language Notes:In English.
Published: New York, NY : A&E Television Networks, 1996.
Series:In Search of History
Subjects:
Zeus > (Greek deity)
Olympic games (Ancient)
Greece > Civilization.
Jeux olympiques de l'Antiquité.
Grèce > Civilisation.
Documentary television programs.
Documentaires télévisés.
Online Access:Connect to this streaming video (Alexander Street Press)
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Summary:In Search of History journeys 2,000 years from ancient times to the present, taking a closer look at the events, places, and hidden mysteries that have puzzled and inspired historians and experts across the ages. Episode: The First Olympics: Olympia, where every four years Greek city-states set aside differences and laid down arms to compete in these peaceful games established to honor Zeus.
Physical Description:1 online resource (45 minutes)
Playing Time:00:44:55
Production Credits:Director of photography, Bill Rosser ; editors, Kevin Brown, Margaret Moore ; music by Christopher L. Stone with Zeljko Marasovich.