What are the Summer Olympics?

Back in 775 BC, athletes from all over Ancient Greece came together to compete in various games. The contests were held every four years and winning athletes brought honor and respect to their homelands. The tradition of the Olympic Games faded over time until 1896, when they were brought back to li...

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Main Author: Herman, Gail, 1959-
Other Authors: Marchesi, Stephen
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Language:English
Published: 2016.
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