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The Washington Post

Washington Post: 70 Years, Many Magical Moments

For Students 9th - 10th
A timeline of each Winter Olympics from 1924 to 1994. Each year is its own link which contains a brief outline and highlights of the games.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Nordic Combined

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the history, events, and equipment associated with Nordic Combined, a Winter Olympics sport. This brief encyclopedia article is a good introduction to the sport and includes links for more research and detailed information.
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Danuta Bois

Distinguished Women of Past and Present: Dorothy Hamill

For Students 6th - 8th
This is a very brief article overviewing the athletic career of Dorothy Stuart Hamill, an American figure skater who won the gold medal at the 1976 Winter Olympics.
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Shani Davis

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Shani Davis, an American speed skater, who was the first black athlete to win an individual Winter Olympics gold medal.

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