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Host City: München, West Germany (August 26, 1972 to September 11, 1972)
Opening Ceremony: August 26, 1972
Closing Ceremony: September 11, 1972
Events for East Germany: 161 in 18 sports
Participants for East Germany: 297 (231 men and 66 women)
Youngest Participant for East Germany: Kornelia Ender (13 years, 308 days)
Oldest Participant for East Germany: Wolfgang Müller (40 years, 338 days)
Most Medals for East Germany (Athlete): Karin Janz (5 medals)