Here were look at the people, the pomp and the passion that came to define the ‘Friendly Games’, which left a lasting legacy on the city.
1. Feeding the thousands
Pollock Halls welcomed 13,000 competitors and officals from all over the world with the dining hall at the heart of the Athlete's Village. Photo: contributed
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Calls from all over the world were connected at the special telephone exchange set up for the duration of the Games. Photo: Contributed
3. A warm Edinburgh reception
Telephone operators outside the new exchange, which was set up in a bus. Photo: contributed
4. Dinner is served
HRH Prince Philip and Jamaican sprinting legend Don Quarrie get ready for dinner at Pollock Halls. Photo: contributed