33K views · 388 reactions | #OTD 1948: The Olympic Games were held in London and the BBC televised them for the first time. This fascinating short film shows how the BBC provided facilities for the broadcasters of the 61 competing nations so they could be seen and heard around the world. | BBC Archive | Facebook

Catch the Opening Ceremony of the Winter Olympics from northern Italy. Friday, February 6 at 8/7c on NBC and Peacock. | NBC Olympics & Paralympics

Catch the Opening Ceremony of the Winter Olympics on NBC and Peacock. | NBC Olympics & Paralympics

Before the action begins tonight, take a look back at the Olympic opening ceremony as it was in London, 1948. #OlympicsOnFilm | BFI