Games of the VIII Olympiad, in Paris, France From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The 1924 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the VIII Olympiad, were held at Paris in France.[2]
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Host city | Paris, France | ||
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Nations | 44 | ||
Athletes | 3,089 (2,954 men, 135 women) | ||
Events | 126 in 17 sports (23 disciplines) | ||
Opening | 5 July | ||
Closing | 27 July | ||
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Stadium | Stade Olympique Yves-du-Manoir | ||
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The games were thought to be successful, but costly. The events were well attended.[3]
A total of 44 nations sent athletes to compete at the Paris games.[4]
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