The Politics Behind Olympics Games
October 5, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Jonathon Hardcastle asked: Among the Greeks, fitness competitions and games were nationalistic in spirit; states were said to have been prouder of Olympic victories than of battles won. Women, foreigners, slaves, and dishonored persons were forbidden to compete. Contestants were required to train faithfully for 10 months before the games and had to take an [...]
Monaco Welcomes 2008 Olympic Year
May 1, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Roger Munns asked: As Olympic year approaches, a new organisation to promote better understanding between countries through sport has been launched with its headquarters in Monaco, and Prince Albert at its helm.The organisation is supported by both the United Nations and the IOC – the Olympic Committee – and is called ‘Peace and Sport’.The purpose [...]
