The 2008 Summer Olympics marked China’s emergence as a global superpower and showcased Beijing’s modernization and economic growth.
2000 Summer Olympics Explained
The 2000 Summer Olympics were held in Sydney, Australia, marking the first time the Games were held in the new millennium.
2004 Summer Olympics Explained
The 2004 Summer Olympics were held in Athens, Greece, marking the return of the Games to their birthplace after 108 years.
1976 Summer Olympics Explained
The 1976 Summer Olympics were held in Montreal, Canada, and were marked by controversy and financial struggles.
1912 Summer Olympics Explained
The 1912 Summer Olympics marked the first time that the modern Olympic flag and the Olympic Oath were introduced.