2. History of the Summer Olympics
First modern Olympics was held in Athens, Greece, in 1896.
240 participants, from 13 nations competing in 43 events.
Sports include: track and field, gymnastics, swimming,
wrestling and many others.
James Connolly was the first Olympic champion of the
modern era.
International multi- sport events, which occurs every four
years.
3. RIO 2016
Motto: LiveYour Passion
Events: 306 events in 28
sports
Opening ceremony:
August 5th
Closing ceremony: August
21st
