The very first Olympic game was held in 776 BC and was meant to signify dedication to the Olympic gods. ... "Although mortal, their Olympic victories immortalized them." (National Olympic Committee) The running contest in that day included three types of races: the stade race which was the test of speed and was the length of the Olympic track, the dialuos which equaled two stades, and the dolichos which ranged between 7-24 stades! (National Olympic Committee) Today, although the concepts are similar, the races are a little bit different. ... So what makes an Olympic sprinter? ...

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There are many events that have shaped the history of our country. Some of these events have had a dramatic impact on us and they are remembered forever. I am sure that you remember what you were doing when you heard that Princess Diana was killed in a car accident or when the devastation of nine-el...

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