(HISTORY IN PHOTOS) FIRST OLYMPIC GAMES | 1896 ATHENS!

The first Olympic Games were held in Athens in 1896 from April 6 to 15. 14 countries participated and the number of athletes participating in this Olympics from these countries was 200, all men. Women do not participate. Athletes competed in 43 competitions from 9 sports in the program of these games.

The American team ranked first with 11 gold, 6 silver and 2 bronze medals. The best athlete of the Olympics was the gymnast and wrestler from Germany: Carl Schummann with four gold medals. Below is a photo gallery as well as the official results tab:

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Source: “The Olympic Games from 1896 – 2000” / DK / 2000 edition

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