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Held in Mexico City, the 1968 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XIX Olympiad, were an international multi-sport event that took place from October 12 to October 27. With the participation of over 5,000 athletes from 112 nations, these Olympics were notable for their political undertones, including the Black Power salute by African-American athletes Tommie Smith and John Carlos during the 200-meter medal ceremony.