1984 olimpic games

At the Olympics , U. Nearly five decades later, U. The Olympics saw the first time that women were allowed to run in a marathon. During the race, Gabriela Anderson-Schiess from Switzerland missed the last water stop and in the heat of Los Angeles began to suffer from dehydration and heat exhaustion.

Determined to finish the race, Anderson staggered the last meters to the finish line, looking like she wasn't going to make it. With a serious determination, she made it, finishing 37th out of 44 runners. Actively scan device characteristics for identification. Use precise geolocation data. Select personalised content. Create a personalised content profile.

Measure ad performance. Select basic ads. Create a personalised ads profile. Select personalised ads. Apply market research to generate audience insights. Measure content performance. Develop and improve products. List of Partners vendors. Share Flipboard Email. By Jennifer Rosenberg Jennifer Rosenberg. Jennifer Rosenberg is a historian and writer who specializes in 20th-century history.

Learn about our Editorial Process. Featured Video. Cite this Article Format. Rosenberg, Jennifer. History of the Olympics in Los Angeles. Originals Athletics Originals Ning LI No Boycott Blues Although a revenge boycott led by the Soviet Union depleted the field in certain sports, National Olympic Committees took part, which was a record at the time. Debuts and Firsts Archer Neroli Fairhall of New Zealand was the first paraplegic athlete to take part in a medal event, competing in a wheelchair.

Congratulations, Carl Carl Lewis entered the history books by matching the Berlin achievement of fellow American Jesse Owens, winning gold medals in the same four events: m, m, 4xm relay and long jump. Diplomas Diplomas of Honour are awarded to the top eight finishers in each event. Ceremonies 28 July , Los Angeles: the spectacle.

The brass band "All American Marching Band". Medal Table. People's Republic of China.