Closing date 15 April 1896.
Country of the host city: Greece
The ancient Olympics attracted over 14 nation to take part in Olympics games.The first silver medal winner was the triple jumper American James Connolly(He was a student of Harvard University).The German athlete Carl Schumann finished in the top five events of three different sports. The people of Athens greeted the Games with great enthusiasm.
43 events helds
243 athletes took part(242 men , 0 women)
14 nation worldwide.
Front face of Silver Medal Reverse face of Silver Medal
First place winners were awarded a silver medal, an olive branch and a diploma. Those in second place were given a copper medal, a branch of laurel and a diploma.
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