Olympia's Tour, Winner by Eric Koch, 1969 Size:(A2) Large Operation Neptune

Operation Neptune

characterised by its distinctive art-deco-inspired grille

Janssen demonstrated his prowess against the clock

This three-quarter portrait of the 26th President of the United States

United StatesPhotographer: Edward S

Olympia's Tour, Winner by Eric Koch, 1969 Size:(A2) Large Operation NeptuneABOUT THIS PHOTOGRAPH Olympia's Tour is the Netherlands oldest cycle race, with a long history in Dutch cycling. First staged in 1909 the race traditionally attracts talented young cyclists, serving as a platform for emerging riders to showcase their skills. The 1966 edition was won by Dutch road cyclist Petrus Antonius Aegidius Gerardus "Piet" Legierse. He later went on to win one stage of Tour de Luxembourg in 1970 before retiring in 1973. Gareth