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Feb 21, 2017 · The 18th Winter Games included a record 2,177 athletes from 72 countries and marked the Olympics first trip to Asia in 26 years. Nagano was pummeled by snow, sleet, rain and even a minor earthquake during the Games.
Seoul 1988: South Korea opens up to the world. The Olympic Games Seoul 1988 contributed to the transformation of Korea’s image, both internally and externally, from a poor, war-stricken and divided country to a rising economy open to international cooperation. Legacy overview.
Nagano 1998: Fond memories and lasting benefits. The Olympic Winter Games Nagano 1998 provided the Japanese prefecture of Nagano with an opportunity to upgrade its ski resorts and transport infrastructure and promote itself as a leading winter sports destination. Legacy overview.
1998 Winter Olympics; IOC code: CAN: NOC: Canadian Olympic Committee: Website: www.olympic.ca (in English and French) in Nagano, Japan 7 February 1998 () – 22 February 1998 () Competitors: 144 (81 men, 63 women) in 12 sports: Flag bearers : Jean-Luc Brassard (opening) Catriona Le May Doan (closing) Medals Ranked 4th: Gold 6 Silver 5 Bronze 4 ...
Olympic Games: Number and Year: XVIII / 1998: Host city: Nagano, Japan Opening ceremony: 7 February Closing ceremony: 22 February Competition dates: 7 – 22 February OCOG: Nagano Organizing Committee for the Olympic Winter Games of 1998: Participants: 2180 from 72 countries: Medal events: 68 in 14 disciplines
Feb 14, 2023 · The Olympic flame burns bright over Calgary’s McMahon Stadium Saturday, Feb. 13, 1988, after 12-year-old Robyn Perry, a novice figure skater from Calgary, held the torch aloft to light the ...
Silver. astrid strauss. German Democratic Republic (Germany) Bronze. julie m. mcdonald. Australia. Official Swimming results from the Seoul 1988 Olympics. Full list of gold, silver and bronze medallists as well as photos and videos of medal-winning moments.
