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How did the olympic start I need some myths on how the Olympics started please have your sources?
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The Olympics started when Zeus said that life was too boring and needed a competion to create excitment for his people. There for the Olympics were created by his beautiful wife but then Zeus said that he didn't want women to participate because of the fowl name given to the games by his wife.
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In which country the Olympics Games started?
in Greece
Who was allowed to participate in Ancient Roman Olympic Games?
Men were allowed to enter the Olympics but, young boys were also allowed, this was not determined by age but if the boy was bearded or not so their was no cheating. Women were also allowed in the case that they owned a horse that was being used; as long as it was a man. Other than that it was strictly boys and men. -Seamus There were no ancient Roman Olympics, there were the Gladiatorial sports and funeral games but no Olympics. The ancient Greeks held the Olympics which was called the Olympiad. Next time please check your facts before you spout random nonsense.
When were the last Summer Olympics held in Italy?
The last Summer Olympic Games that were held in Italy took place in Rome in 1960, between 25th August and 11th September. They were the 14th edition of the Summer Olympics and a total of 83 nations participated, with a total of 5338 competitors, 4727 men and 611 women. There were 150 events for 17 sports. Rome was again one of the main candidate cities to bid for the 2016 Summer Olympics, but withdrew, opting to wait to bid for the 2020 Olympics. For more information about the 1960 Summer Olympics please follow the related link below.
Was she hurt in that 2004 Olympics?
Please resubmit your question and tell us who you are asking about.
Why did ancient Greece stop war for the Olympics?
The Greeks highly valued physical perfection and and athletic prowess. These games were of supreme importance to them. With the "Olympic Truce," established in the 9th century, the Greeks began a sacred tradition of peace before, during, and after the Olympic games so that spectators could travel safely to and from events, and the games would not be interrupted. Even legal disputes were banished. In 1996 attempts began to revive this tradition. For a more complete discussion of the Olympic Truce and the importance of the Olympic games in ancient Greek culture, please refer to the links below:
Why do you have an Olympics?
AHEM! People think we have an Olympic to celebrate Hercules day of finishing the Myth: Hercules and the 12 tasks. So we have an Olympic! PLEASE NOTE: This is a question nearly no one can answer because the Olympics started years ago. This is what most people think. This is a serious note.
In which country the Olympics Games started?
in Greece
How did fencing become part of the Olympics?
Since the first Olympic games fencing has been part of the Olympics. (first "modern" games in 1896.) It was chosen by Olympic creators and has remained as one of four sports to remain in the Olympics every year since. For more information please see: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1896_Summer_Olympics#Fencing
What year did Greece host the first olympic games?
Olympia in Greece, that's why they are called the Olympics! Hope that helped! Please rate this gd
What countries are taking part in the olympic games this year?
AS there are no Olympics being held 'this' year (2011) None. Please specify a year or Olympiad number.
What is the international Olympic committee email address?
The sport of wrestling was the reason why I didn't drop out of high school, and got a college education. Please save our sport in the Olympics.
What is the name of the song playing on the Olympics channels now please switch to your Olympic channels quick and help me find out what it is Sky channel is 450?
Elbow - First Steps
Who starts the olympic games in Greece?
First Olympic game was recorded in 776 BC; that was about 3,000 years ago. At that time this great festival took place to honor the Greek gods. Olympics were held during the great festival. My resources say Olympics were held to please the various gods. One God, in particular, the most important was called Zeus. The Olympics were called Olympiad in Greece.
Where did the olympic games originate?
The modern Olympic Games was initiated by Pierre de Coubertin, who was from France. In 1894, he set up the IOC or International Olympic Committee in Paris. The first summer Olympic games was held in 1896 while the winter Olympic games was held in 1924.
When did gymnastics floor include springs underneath?
Gymnastics was included in the ancient Greek Olympics and was very popular. They have also been in every modern Olympic Games since the games started in 1896.
Price of Us Olympics gold and silver commerative coins set?
Many Olympic gold and silver sets were made, the denominations, date and number of coins is needed. Please a new question with more information.
How many medals at the 08 Olympics did Melissa Wu win i need the answer quick because i have to hand in my olympic project this Friday please can you help me.?
1 silver. Check out this site: http://sports.yahoo.com/olympics/beijing/AUS/Melissa+Wu/232671 1 silver. Check out this site: http://sports.yahoo.com/olympics/beijing/AUS/Melissa+Wu/232671
