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In 1930, 34, 38 and 50 games they were known as 'British Empire Games'.

In 1954, 58 ,62 and 66 they were known as 'British Empire and Commonwealth Games'.

In 1970 and 74 they were known as 'British Commonwealth Games'

They been called 'Commonwealth Games' since 1978.

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