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First Modern Olympics - Athens, Greece
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Olympics opened to Women Athletes
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First use of electronic timing devices
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Olympic flag introduced
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Olympics canceled due to World War l
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Olympic torch introduced
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Olympics cancelled due to World War ll
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First Telecast
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First disabled athlete compete in Paralympics
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First use of computers to track results
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Black Power Salute - Mexico
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Cathy Freeman unites Australia