FLOP No. 32 – Munich Olympics Massacre (1972)
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The Promise: A return to peace. The “Happy Games” were meant to show a modern, open Germany, moving past its past.
What Happened: Palestinian terrorists took 11 Israeli athletes hostage in the Olympic Village. The standoff ended in a botched rescue attempt—killing all hostages. The world watched it unfold on live TV.
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