Two sprinters raised their fists in protest at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, while a third man, Peter Norman, stood in silent support on the podium.
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Two sprinters raised their fists in protest at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, while a third man, Peter Norman, stood in silent support on the podium.
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Synopsis
Peter Norman stood on the podium during the 1968 Mexico City Olympics beside American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos. As Smith and Carlos raised their gloved fists in protest, Norman wore a badge supporting the Olympic Project for Human Rights. Norman's act of solidarity is central to this documentary. It recounts his life and the consequences he faced after that moment. His story unfolds against the backdrop of the civil rights movement and the Olympic Games.
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Why Watch
- See Tommie Smith and John Carlos' iconic protest moment.
- Meet Peter Norman, the third man in the famous podium photo.
- Find out about the Olympic Project for Human Rights.
Did You Know
- Peter Norman finished second in the 200 meters at the 1968 Olympics.
- The protest by Smith and Carlos occurred on October 16, 1968.
- Norman wore a badge for the Olympic Project for Human Rights during the medal ceremony.
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Who were the American sprinters that raised their fists at the 1968 Olympics?
The American sprinters were Tommie Smith and John Carlos.
What was Peter Norman's role in the 1968 Mexico City Olympics?
Peter Norman finished second in the 200 meters and stood in solidarity with Smith and Carlos during their protest.
What year did the Mexico City Olympics take place?
The Mexico City Olympics took place in 1968.
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