There was still not much matting at the 1932 Olympics. There is a spotter though, and notice the outdoor stadium in which the competition is being held!
The 1932 Olympics: High Bar
(An Illustrated History of Olympic Gymnastics)
A gymnast performs on the high bar at the 1932 Olympics in Los Angeles
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