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Watch: On this date 125 years ago, the first modern Olympic Games were held at Athens

Starting April 6 1896, 241 athletes from 14 countries participated in 43 events.

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On the 125th anniversary of the first modern Olympic Games, here’s a look back at the first event in Athens, Greece pic.twitter.com/ZnM6Nn4wgW
— Reuters (@Reuters) April 6, 2021

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