Our old pal Mt Vesuvius had a violent eruption in 1906 forcing Rome to give up the 1908 Olympics. Rome did not get a chance to host its first Olympic games until 1960. The 1908 London games actually lasted over 6 months making it the longest games in history. The London Games were also the first to have an opening ceremony and to award the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
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