Did the Olympics carry on during the World War 2?

Answer 1

Two were canceled (1942 and 1946) and Germany was banned from international sport so couldn't compete in the 1950 tournament.

Answer 2

No. There was a FIFA World Cup in 1978 and 1982(it is every 4 years).

Answer 3

no.....the cancelled them for 1940 and 1944

Answer 4

Basketball was created in 1891 by Dr. James Naismith. Yes, but probably there wasn't many players/people who played it during that time because of the war.

Answer 5

No, the 1916 Olympics was cancelled because of WWI.

Answer 6

No, there was no World Cup in 1942 due to the Second World War.

Answer 7

Yes.