Ancient olympic games

The ancient Olympics of Greece differed considerably from the modern international games, which focus on athleticism.

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Pankration was one of the most popular combat sports in ancient Greece. It combined two other popular sports of antiquity, wrestling and boxing, but kicking was allowed as well. The name Pankration derived from the ancient Greek words παν and κράτος, which implied that the winner of the sport was the one who had complete power and control of his foes. The participants were called pankratiasts.

Infographic: How it all began by Adolfo Arranz July 25, 2012

Before today's spandex-clad (and some sequined) Olympians set their sights on the gold, silver or bronze, ancient Greeks competed for victory. How did the games begin, and why were the athletes gunning for olive oil?

Naked runners, deadly competitions and banquets to honor the gods: The original Olympics were far different from the modern Games

In this lesson, students will gain a chronological understanding of the key events about the Olympic Games in Ancient Greece. They will develop an awareness of the causes of its rise and fall, and the significant consequences of the changes resulting from this time. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading, research, and watching options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a…

In the month before the ancient Olympics, no wars were permitted so that spectators could travel from across Greece unharmed.

'A Foot Race at the Olympian Games', Ancient Greece. The Olympian Games, the great Greek athletic festival in honour of Zeus, were held at Olympia every fourth year at the first full moon after the...

You probably know that the Olympic Games started in Ancient Greece. Do you know much about the origins of the Olympic Games though? Here are some useful insights! #athens #greece #ancientolympia #olympics #olympicgames #ancientgreece