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1920 Summer Olympics facts for kids

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The 1920 Summer Olympics, also known as the Games of the VII Olympiad, were a big international sports event. They took place in Antwerp, a city in Belgium. These games were special because they happened right after World War I, a very difficult time for the world.

Even though the games were exciting, they faced some challenges. It was hard for Belgium to pay for everything, and not many people came to watch the events. This made it tough financially for the host country and the athletes who traveled there.

Nations at the 1920 Olympics

A total of 22 countries sent their best athletes to compete in the Antwerp games. It was a chance for nations to come together peacefully through sport after the war.

1920 Summer Olympics countries
Countries at the 1920 Olympics

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Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Juegos Olímpicos de Amberes 1920 para niños

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