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The Location of Ancient Olympia
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Class. Civ - coursework: Combat sports The Olympics were revered throughout the ancient world as the pinnacle of ancient sports and skill. Thousands of people went every year to watch mighty contests between the strongest and most skilled men in the ancient world. These games symbolised the unity of the antique world. The Games promoted unity through cooperation in organising the Games and giving honour and awards to those who won. Athletes did not only gain honour for themselves, they gained it for their city as well, and successful athletes needed the backing of their city to win. The Location of Ancient Olympia The first Olympic games at Olympia were held in 776 BC. According to Hippias of Elis, who compiled a list of Olympic victors c.400 BC, the only event held at the first Olympics was the stadion footrace. Scholars have...
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