Describe the consequences of smith and Carlos reaction to the racial discrimination
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In the 1968 Olympics Smith and Carlos made Black Power salute while being awareded their medals. This was done to show their solidatiry with the movement for black civil rights.
The consquences of that day included:
1. They were found guilty of violating Olympic Committee rules by making political statements.
2. Their medals were revoked
3. Some of them were not included in the team in the future
4. However, their stance was watched by millions around the world and helped to strike a huge debate on the civil rights movement.
(i) Carlos and Smith were held guilty of violating the Olympic spirit by making the political statement.
(ii) Medals were taken back.
(iii) Norman was not included in the Australian team.
(iv) The action helped in gaining international attention for Civil Rights Movement.