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2004 Summer Olympics

Imagine the biggest sports party ever, where athletes from all over the world come to show their amazing skills!

Images

Percy Williams of Canada (4th from left) winning a gold medal in the men’s 200 metres race at the IX Summer Olympic Games / Percy Williams (4e à gauche), du Canada, remportant la médaille d’or à l’épreuve du 200 m, aux IXe Jeux Olympiques d’été

Percy Williams of Canada (4th from left) winning a gold medal in the men’s 200 metres race at the IX Summer Olympic Games / Percy Williams (4e à gauche), du Canada, remportant la médaille d’or à l’épreuve du 200 m, aux IXe Jeux Olympiques d’été

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Released to Public: U.S. Army Olympians at Beijing Opening Ceremonies (DOD 2008-08-11-085649)
Percy Williams of Canada (right) competing in the VIIIth Summer Olympic Games / Percy Williams (à droite), du Canada, en train de participer aux VIIIe Jeux Olympiques d'été
Athens, Greece
Olympiastadion Berlin (33783625835)
Phil Edwards of Canada (centre) competing in the men’s 800 metres race during the IX Summer Olympic Games, 1928 / Phil Edwards (au centre), du Canada, à l’épreuve du 800 mètres hommes, aux iXe Jeux Olympiques d’été, 1928
Olympiastadion Berlin
Percy Williams of Canada (4th from left) competing in the men’s 200 metres race during the IX Summer Olympic Games, 1928 / Percy Williams (4e à gauche), du Canada, à l’épreuve du 200 mètres hommes, aux IXe Jeux Olympiques d’été, 1928
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Myrtle Cook of Canada (left) winning a preliminary heat in the women's 100 metres race at the VIIIth Summer Olympic Games / Myrtle Cook (à gauche), du Canada, remportant une éliminatoire pour l'épreuve du 100 mètres femmes, aux VIIIe Jeux Olympiques d'été
Ethel Smith (left) and Fanny Rosenfeld (2nd from left) of Canada, at the IX Summer Olympic Games, 1928 / Ethel Smith (à gauche) et Fanny Rosenfeld (2e à partir de la gauche) du Canada, aux IXe Jeux Olympiques d’été
Olympiastadion Berlin

Key Facts

Event Location
Athens, Greece.
Number of Countries Participating
201 countries.
Number of Sports
28 different sports.
Fun Fact
The 2004 Olympics were the first time since 1996 that every country with an Olympic committee participated!

Welcome to the Super Sports Party!

The 2004 Summer Olympics were like a giant, super-exciting sports festival held in Athens, Greece. It was a time when athletes from 201 different countries gathered to compete in tons of different sports. Think of it as the ultimate playground for the world's best athletes, all trying to win shiny medals and make their countries proud. It was a huge celebration of sportsmanship and teamwork!

How the Games Got Going!

These Games were extra special because they happened in Athens, the very place where the first modern Olympics began way back in 1896! It was like bringing the Olympics home. Over 10,000 athletes, more than they expected, showed up to compete. They raced, jumped, swam, and played in 28 different sports, all hoping to be the best. It was a busy time with lots of cheering!

Shiny Medals and Amazing Feats!

Athletes worked super hard to win gold, silver, and bronze medals. Some athletes were so good they broke world records, which means they did something faster or better than anyone ever had before! Countries like Chile, Chinese Taipei, and the Dominican Republic even won their very first Olympic gold medals. Imagine the excitement of winning something so special for the first time!

A Big Boost for Athens!

Hosting the Olympics meant Athens got some cool new things, like a brand new airport and a faster subway system, which made getting around much easier. The Games were so successful that the president of the Olympic committee called them 'unforgettable dream games.' It showed how sports can bring people together and make places even better.

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the dates of the 2004 Summer Olympics?+
The 2004 Summer Olympics were held from August 13 to August 29, 2004.
Why was Athens chosen as the host city for the 2004 Olympics?+
Athens was chosen because it is the birthplace of the modern Games, and the 2004 Olympics marked the first return to that historic city.
How many athletes and countries took part in the 2004 Olympics?+
A total of 10,625 athletes from 201 National Olympic Committees competed in the Games.
What was special about the medals given at the 2004 Olympics?+
The medals featured the Panathenaic Stadium on the front side, replacing the Roman Colosseum and connecting the Games to ancient Greek heritage.
Which countries won their first Olympic gold medal in 2004?+
Chile, Chinese Taipei, the Dominican Republic, Georgia, and Israel each won their first Olympic gold medal at the 2004 Games.
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