We'll take a closer look when we examine the first modern Olympics.

When the modern Olympics began in 1896, women were not allowed to participate.

American athletes have competed in every modern Olympics except one.

The modern Olympics have been held during the summer months every four years since 1896.

Women take part in the modern Olympics for the first time.

What city was host to the first modern Olympics?

The first modern Olympics were held at Athens in 1896.

The baron literally gave his heart to the modern Olympics.

Such a vote has never happened in a century of the modern Olympics.

It can also claim to have jump-started the modern Olympics.