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frontside

This is a postcard issued for the 1940 Olympic Games to be held in Tokyo, Japan.
Due to the 2nd World War these games were not realized.
It is interesting that Volleyball is shown on this card, since it was not part of the official programme.
Maybe it was planned as a demonstration sport, similar to the 1924 games in Paris.


reverse side

detail showing volleyball

If you have any additional information about Volleyball at the 1940 Olympics, please let me know.

 

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