The connection to ancient Greece remains a pivotal aspect of the self-understanding of Western cultures, particularly in Europe and Germany. This cultural heritage is evident in various aspects of physical culture, movement, gymnastics, play and sport. However, the reception of this heritage has varied across Europe. This is particularly evident in the realm of physical education, gymnastics and callisthenics in Germany, as well as the development of Olympic sports.

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Ancient Gymnastics and Athletics as a Model for the Development of Gymnastics and Sports in the 19th Century

  • Michael Krüger

摘要

The connection to ancient Greece remains a pivotal aspect of the self-understanding of Western cultures, particularly in Europe and Germany. This cultural heritage is evident in various aspects of physical culture, movement, gymnastics, play and sport. However, the reception of this heritage has varied across Europe. This is particularly evident in the realm of physical education, gymnastics and callisthenics in Germany, as well as the development of Olympic sports.