The project of incorporating a piece of the Eiffel Tower into medals for athletes was a significant challenge. Initially, it seemed impossible, but discussions with the athlete committee and the Eiffel Tower company revealed that unused metal from the tower is stored secretly outside Paris. The company agreed to provide some of this historic metal, adding a unique touch to the medals. The process involved three main steps: obtaining the metal, designing the medals, and working with the fabrication company. The result is a medal that not only symbolizes athletic achievement but also holds a piece of French history, making it even more iconic for athletes.
Vocabulary:
• Medal (noun): A piece of metal given as an award for achievement.
• Athlete (noun): A person who competes in sports.
• Fabricate (verb): To make or construct something.
• Iconic (adjective): Widely recognized and well-established.
• Rust (noun): A reddish-brown substance that forms on iron when it is exposed to moisture.