How a Water Carrier Ended Up Being the First Modern-Day Olympic Marathon Champion

spyros_louis-2Spyros Louis was born on January 12, 1873, in Marousi, Attica (a northeastern suburb in Athens), to a very poor peasant family. His father was a water carrier and young Spyros helped him carry water from a very young age. He would cover great distances on a daily basis carrying jugs of water on his shoulders. During his military service he was distinguished for his incredible stamina and athleticism, which surprised his superiors….READ MORE

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Συντάκτης: Theodoros Karasavvas

Theodoros Karasavvas is a published author whose work has appeared in Ars Technica, AT&T Business, American Express, Ranker, and Gizmodo. A law school graduate with a master's degree in IT Law, he speaks four languages and has visited over 40 countries, enriching his writing with a deep understanding of global cultures and the evolving landscape of technology.

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