History of the Games
1896 to 2024 - higher, faster, strongerIn 2024, the world’s eyes turn to Paris, the city hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games. So here are a few of the highlights and milestones in the Games’ history so far.
A century’s worth of universal values and symbols
that have made their mark on sports and on humankind’s history since 1896.
A global event
Trend in the number of nations taking part in Olympic and Paralympic Games since 1896.
There are more nations taking part in the Games nowadays than nations with representatives to the UN.
Photographic heritage
The history of sport would be hollow without photography. These snapshots are brimming with emotion and provide a first-hand glimpse into the one-of-a-kind experience that the Games provide for athletes over the years.
A STORY ABOUT HEROES RATHER THAN WINNERS
Olympic Posters
Modern-day Olympics have always had close ties with a variety of images - including photographs, official films and television broadcasts, and have been depicted in the myriad posters created to promote the Games over the years.
