The History and Significance of the Olympics

The video introduces the Olympics, a major international sporting event held every four years, featuring both Summer and Winter Games. It traces the history from the ancient Olympics in 776 BC to the modern Games initiated in 1896. The video highlights the variety of events, the inclusion of teenage and disabled athletes, and the global participation. It also explains the medal system, where winners receive gold, silver, and bronze medals.

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