Passing The Torch

The New York Times online has a cool interactive rollover chart depicting the evolution of the Olympic torch since the Nazi hosted games in the summer of 1936. I actually had no idea that the torch had varied as much as it has over the years or that a concerted effort had been made in recent decades to make the design reflect the culture of that year's host country; I suppose it makes sense though, especially when you consider the international marketing employed around the games these days. I doubt I'll be around for the Martian Games of 2396 but I'll bet the track and field events will be off the chain.