The 1904 Olympics: North America's first Olympic Games

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In short: Step back into St. Louis, Missouri, to explore the 1904 Olympics. This video examines the highs and lows of the III Olympiad, the first time the Olympic Games were hosted on the North American continent.

The 1904 Olympics, held in St. Louis, Missouri, marked a significant milestone as the first Olympic Games to take place in North America. This retrospective looks at the complexities of the event, navigating through its various successes and challenges within its historical context.

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