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Ancient Olympic Games

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Long ago, people held big games.

Model of ancient Olympia, British Museum5.jpg
Model of ancient Olympia, British Museum5.jpg
They met in a place called Olympia. Athletes ran and raced for prizes. The winners got crowns made of leaves. These games were very special. Would you like to run in a race?

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Le Jupiter Olympien ou l'art de la...
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Hobble Group - ABV 415 4 - Athena...
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File:Model of ancient Olympia, British Museum5.jpg
Model of ancient Olympia, British Museum5.jpg
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Plan Olympia sanctuary-en.svg
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Olympos.jpg
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Discobolus in National Roman Museum...
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Attica 06-13 Athens 35 Parthenon.jpg
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Three runners BM GR 1856.10-1.1.jpg
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Ancient Olympic Starting Line.JPG

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