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The Evolution of the Modern Olympics: From Athens 1896 to Today

Explore the history and transformation of the Olympic Games, from its humble beginnings in Athens in 1896 with only men participants to the inclusion of women in 1900 and their official participation as runners in 1912. Discover the growth of the Olympics through 31 editions, including changes during World Wars and the introduction of the Winter Olympic Games in 1924. Uncover the diverse sports featured in these games, such as bobsleigh, figure skating, skiing, biathlon, curling, and more. Delve into the spirit of the Olympics with Pierre De Coubertin's motto: "It's not important to win; it's essential to take part."

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The Evolution of the Modern Olympics: From Athens 1896 to Today

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  1. the modernolympicgames

  2. When? Where? The first modern Olympics took place in Athens in 1896, and only 13 nations took part.

  3. Whotook part? Onlymenfromeverynations. • WHEN wereWOMEN allowed? Womentookpart in 1900 in Paris, butjust as coreographers

  4. When women became competitors? They became officially runners in the Olympic Games of 1912 in Stockholm, but only for swimming. The first time for women was in 1920

  5. How many are the editions of the modern Olympics? From 1896 to today, there were 31 editions of the Olympic Games. Andduring the World warstheyweresuspended

  6. What are the new sports? In 1924, in France, the so-called Winter Olympic Games started, so called because the event took place during the winter. Which sports are part of these particular Olympic games? The followingsportswere and are part of them: bobsleigh, okey, skating, ,skiing, jumping,biathlon, curling, freestyle, speed skating, Alpine skiing, cross country skiing, skeletonsledding.

  7. In 1928, for the first time, the olympic brawler of modern Olympics was lighted. Pierre De Coubertin’ motto, founder of modern Olympics, was "It's not important to win, it's essential to take part." Curiosity

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