1900 Paris Olympic Games

The 1900 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the II Olympiad, were held in 1900 in Paris, France. No opening or closing ceremonies were held but competitions began on May 14 and ended on October 28. The Games were held as part of the 1900 World’s Fair. Women took part in the games for the first time and Charlotte Cooper became the first female Olympic champion. The decision to hold competitions on a Sunday brought protests from many American athletes, who travelled as representatives of their colleges and were expected to withdraw rather than compete on the sabbath.

The Olympic Stadium
Paris – Vélodrome de Vincennes – (3.67/5)

Other Venues
Cycling, cricket, rugby union, football and gymnastics – Vélodrome de Vincennes – (3.67/5)
Sailing – Meulan, near Paris
Swimming – River Seine
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