1908 Summer Olympics

The 1908 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the IV Olympiad, took place in London, United Kingdom, from April to October 1908. Originally scheduled for Rome, the event was relocated due to the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The Games featured over 2,000 athletes from around 20 countries competing in 22 sports, including athletics, swimming, and cycling. Notable moments included the marathon distance being standardized and the debut of several sports like field hockey and figure skating. The 1908 Olympics helped shape modern competitive athletics and demonstrated the growing international spirit of the Olympic movement.