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The US and 64 other countries boycotted the 1980 olympic games because of the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan.
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Did America participate in Olympics during World War 2?
There was no Olympics during World War 2, they were all canceled so no countries participated.
Why has Greenland never participated in the Olympic games?
Greenland is part of Denmark. Denmark does participate in the Olympics. Probably some of the people from Denmark teams are from Greenland. It's like "Why does Hawaii never participate in the Olympics?" They do, as America. Hope that answers it.
Did Spartans participate in the Olympics games?
Yes.
How was the ancient Olympics different from today?
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When did the Olympics start to let girls compete?
Women were able to participate in the Olympics starting in 1900.
What Olympics did Nadia participate in?
Nadia Comaneci competed in both the 1976-Montreal and 1980-Moscow Olympics.
Which Olympic had Pakistan boycotted?
Pakistan boycotted Olympics only once. In 1980 Pakistan didn't participate the Olympics.
When did America skip the Olympics?
Yes. The United States did not attend the 1980 Summer Olympics held in Moscow, protesting the invasion of Afghanistan by the Soviet Union.
What are the release dates for Winter Olympics '80 The World Comes to America - 1980 TV?
Winter Olympics '80 The World Comes to America - 1980 TV was released on: USA: 12 January 1980
Which continents participate in Olympics 2008?
Asia, Australia, Africa, Europe, South America, and North America.
You have 7 conentis why only 5 play in Olympics?
Actually six participate in the Olympics. North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia.
How many gold medals did America win at 1980 Moscow Olympics?
The U.S. boycotted the 1980 Moscow Olympics to protest the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan.
Did America participate in Olympics during World War 2?
There was no Olympics during World War 2, they were all canceled so no countries participated.
How many countries will participate in 2012 olympics?
216 countries will participate in 2012 Olympics.....
What age can you participate modern U.S Olympics?
You can participate in the U.S Olympics at the age of 12.
Why has Greenland never participated in the Olympic games?
Greenland is part of Denmark. Denmark does participate in the Olympics. Probably some of the people from Denmark teams are from Greenland. It's like "Why does Hawaii never participate in the Olympics?" They do, as America. Hope that answers it.
How many nations will participate in the Sochi 2014 Olympics?
88 nations will participate in the 2014 Olympics.
