
Theodor Lewald
Theodor Lewald was a prominent figure in the German Olympic movement who served as the president of the German Olympic Committee. His tenure was marked by controversy as he was ousted from his position after it was revealed that his grandfather was Jewish, highlighting the pervasive anti-Semitism of the Nazi regime that affected many aspects of society, including sports.
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Theodor Lewald was the president of the German Olympic Committee who was dismissed due to his Jewish ancestry.
זו הייתה האולימפיאדה שפיארה את היטלרידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·
Israel· 2026-08-01







