The Karen James Story
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The 1972 Munich Olympics marked one of the darkest moments in Jewish athletic history. Through the lens of Canadian Olympic swimmer Karen James, we share a story the world cannot forget. Her story. Karen was there. She saw it unfold. She has carried that memory ever since.
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The Karen James Story
Live Premiere on February 8th
The 1972 Munich Olympics marked one of the darkest moments in Jewish athletic history. Through the lens of Canadian Olympic swimmer Karen James, we share a story the world cannot forget. Her story. Karen was there. She saw it unfold. She has carried that memory ever since. Watch the trailer below.
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The International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame brings you “Witness to Munich: The Karen James Story.” Don’t miss the live premiere!
FEBRUARY 8, 2026
1:00 PM ET
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