International Olympic Committee Read the latest Olympics news, track the Olympic Torch, read facts and figures concerning the games and the host cities. Visit locations for the upcoming games, go to the Olympic Museum and don't miss the Olympic Television Archive Bureau where you can view over 20,000 hours of Olympic film footage dating back to the turn of the 20th century. Cast your vote in the weekly Olympic poll, read the latest headlines, find out what programs the USOC is running, chat with top athletes and take an interactive tour. Through Time Take a close look at the prehistory, antiquity and revival of the Olympic Games. See what the experts have to say, check out the Olympics glossary and.
Site also includes a bibliography and related links for further study.
Fan Mail Connect with your favorite athletes at the Sydney Olympic Games through FanMail. This very interesting chart ranks countries in order of medals won per 10 million inhabitants. You and your students may be surprised. Find out what symbols such as the Olympics rings and torch mean, read the Athlete's Oath, explore issues such as commercialism and politics. A great resource.