Third Reich NSDAP 1936 Berlin Olympics Photo lot x 3 Historical Press Photographs Olympic Flags & Nazi Germany

Offered is an outstanding lot of 3 original vintage black-and-white press photographs documenting Berlin, Germany, during the 1936 Summer Olympic Games, held under the Third Reich.

These fascinating historical photographs capture the atmosphere of Berlin during the Olympics, when the city was decorated with Olympic banners, swastika flags, international flags, and elaborate public displays.

All three photographs bear the period publisher’s copyright marking:

Copyright Presse-Bild-Centrale, Berlin SW 68

Each photograph also features an individual printed series number, suggesting they were originally part of a larger photographic series documenting the 1936 Olympics.

Photographs Included:

Photo #12 – Berlin Street Scene During the Olympics

An exceptional street-level photograph showing a busy Berlin thoroughfare decorated with numerous Olympic five-ring pennants and Nazi swastika flags. The scene includes large crowds of civilians, period automobiles, storefronts, and impressive German architecture.

An outstanding view of everyday life in Berlin during the Olympic celebrations.

Photo #7 – Berlin Building Decorated for the Olympics

An impressive architectural photograph showing a monumental Berlin building with a clock tower, decorated with large ceremonial banners and a prominent Nazi swastika flag.

The street below features additional decorations, pedestrians, and elaborate Olympic-era displays.

Photo #6 – Olympic Sculptures and International Flags

A particularly interesting photograph showing large athletic sculptures displayed in a Berlin public square during the Olympics.

Behind the sculptures are enormous international flags and banners, including the Nazi German flag, American flag, Swiss flag, and additional national flags representing countries participating in the Games.

The photograph captures the international spectacle and elaborate public presentation surrounding the 1936 Berlin Olympics.

Additional Details:

• Quantity: 3 original vintage photographs
• Period: 1936 Berlin Summer Olympics
• Location: Berlin, Germany
• Publisher: Presse-Bild-Centrale, Berlin SW 68
• Format: Black-and-white photographic prints
• Series numbers: 6, 7, and 12
• Reverse: Unmarked backs as shown
• Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor age-related wear and handling marks
• See ruler photograph for size comparison
• All three photographs shown are included

Historical Significance:

The 1936 Berlin Summer Olympics were among the most historically significant sporting events of the 20th century. The German government used the international event to showcase Berlin through extensive decorations, architecture, monumental sculpture, and public ceremonies.

These photographs provide fascinating visual documentation of the city during this remarkable period, capturing the combination of Olympic symbolism, international participation, and National Socialist political imagery.

An excellent addition to any collection of 1936 Berlin Olympics memorabilia, Third Reich historical photography, German press photographs, Olympic Games collectibles, WWII-era German history, or prewar European historical documents.

Historical collectibles offered for preservation, research, and educational purposes only. No political ideology is endorsed or promoted.

You will receive the exact 3 photographs pictured. Items are sold as shown and guaranteed original. We combine shipping and ship every day, including Saturdays.

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