1908 Olympics mascot (the "Olympic bear")

The 1908 Olympics mascot, commonly called the "Olympic bear," was a mascot designed to represent the Games held in London. It was a friendly, cartoon-style bear meant to symbolize strength and friendliness, embodying the spirit of camaraderie and competition. This mascot was part of a tradition of creating memorable symbols to engage fans and promote the event, although it was not an official mascot in the modern sense. The 1908 bear helped connect spectators to the Games and contributed to the festivities' festive atmosphere.