The first modern Olympic Games are held in Athens - April 6th, 1896

The first modern Olympic Games are held in Athens - April 6th, 1896

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On this day in 1896, the opening ceremony of the first modern Olympic Games took place in Athens, Greece.

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The first modern Olympic Games are held in Athens - April 6th, 1896
The first modern Olympic Games are held in Athens - April 6th, 1896
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