Olympic rings facts for kids
The Olympic rings are a very famous symbol of the Olympic Games. They show the spirit of friendship and competition. Baron Pierre de Coubertin designed these rings in 1913. He wanted a symbol that would bring people together.
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What Do the Olympic Rings Mean?
The five rings stand for the coming together of the world's five main continents. These continents are Africa, the Americas (North and South), Asia, Europe, and Oceania. The rings also show how athletes from all over the world meet at the Olympic Games. They compete in a spirit of peace and understanding.
Who Created This Famous Symbol?
The Olympic rings were created by Baron Pierre de Coubertin. He was a French educator and historian. Coubertin is known as the founder of the modern Olympic Games. He believed that sports could help build a better world. He wanted a symbol that would represent this global unity.
When Were the Rings First Used?
The Olympic rings were first seen at the Olympic Games in Antwerp, Belgium, in 1920. They quickly became a well-known sign for the Games. Since then, they have been a key part of every Olympic event.
What Colors Are the Olympic Rings?
The five Olympic rings have specific colors: blue, black, red, yellow, and green. These rings are usually shown on a white background. Coubertin chose these colors because at least one of them could be found in the flag of every country in the world at that time. This makes the flag a truly international symbol.
Images for kids
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The Olympic flag flying in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.
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The Flag of South Korea next to an Olympic Flag in Olympic Park, Seoul.
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The Olympic flame at Athens 2004 during the Opening Ceremony.
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The composer of the 1952 Olympic Fanfare, Aarre Merikanto, at Helsinki Olympic Stadium during the games.
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The Olympic Salute sculpted by Gra Rueb, made for the 1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam.
