Historical event

Modern Olympics Founded

Date: April 6, 1896

First modern Olympic Games held in Athens with 241 athletes from 14 nations, reviving the ancient Greek tradition and establishing the world's premier international sporting event that promotes global unity and athletic achievement.

Tags: olympics, athens, modern, coubertin, revival, international, unity, athletic achievement, global event, games, cultural exchange, sports

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