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Wikipedia: 2008 Summer Olympics

For Students 9th - 10th
This page provides an amazingly detailed set of information on the 2008 Summer Olympics covering every topic imaginable from the selection process to when each event will be held. Almost 100 references are provided at the bottom of the...
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Library of Congress

Loc: Today in History: July 30: 1932 Olympics & Henry Ford

For Students 9th - 10th
Interesting pieces about the 1932 Olympics in Los Angeles and about Henry Ford and his impact on society. Includes great photos of early athletes and automobiles.
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Danuta Bois

Distinguished Women of Past and Present: Florence Griffith Joyner

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry profiles the late Florence Griffith Joyner (1959-1998), affectionately known simply as FloJo, the track athlete who won gold and silver medals at the 1988 Summer Olympic Games.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Emilie Le Pennec

For Students 9th - 10th
Information about Emilie Le Pennec, the first French woman to win Olympic gold in gymnastics. The page also offers a chart of all the women who have won Olympic gold medals on the uneven bars.
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Ballparks: Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

For Students 9th - 10th
Includes facts and information about the fascinating and historic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, host of two summer Olympics.

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