Olympics - Pan American Games
Sep. 09, 1968 - Olympic Torch Explodes During Journey Across Spain. The Olympic Torch is being carefully carried across Spain by athletes, after it had exploded three times in 48 hours. Four athletes were burned by the explosions. A number of other runners have been slightly burned by the spluttering gas flame. When the runners reach a relay point, a relief athlete is waiting with another torch. If the red hot torch touches the cold torch, it is liable to produce an explosion. Photo Shows:- This was the scene at a relay point in Barcelona - as officials rush to assist two athletes who were hurt during the handing over of the torches, one of which is on the ground
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13265325
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47050748
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4428px x 5496px
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(c) Keystone Pictures USA/ZUMAPRESS.com/Mary Evans
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Keystone Pictures USA
