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Date: 2014
Place: the UK, Scotland, Glasgow
COMMONWEALTH GAMES every four years since 1930.
The concept of the COMMONWEALTH GAMES was first discussed by the Commonwealth nations in 1900. Thirty years later, Bobby Robinson a major influence in Canadian athletics, finally launched the Games in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada in 1930.
Eleven countries with 400 athletes in total participated in the first COMMONWEALTH GAMES . The City of Hamilton provided $30,000 to help the participating nations cover travelling costs. Since then, the Games have been held every four years, except for 1942 and 1946 due to World War II.
The COMMONWEALTH GAMES have been known by a number of different names in the past. From 1930 to 1950 the games were known as the ‘British Empire Games’, then the ‘British Empire and COMMONWEALTH GAMES ’ until 1962. From 1966 to 1974 they took on the title of ‘British COMMONWEALTH GAMES ’, this was simplified to the current name, ‘COMMONWEALTH GAMES ’ in 1978.
Glasgow is an unforgettable city: modern, vibrant and dynamic. Glasgow is a place that thrives on sport and loves to compete. Known the world over as the Friendly City, we are the ideal host for the Friendly Games.
We have a vision for the Games that we want the world to share. Imagine a Games which inspire everyone involved to achieve more than they thought possible. Celebrating the very pinnacle of sporting and personal achievement.
Our plans for 2014 will create an environment where all athletes who take part will have the performance of their lives. Our Games will not just be about the winners on the medal podium; we want to reach their limits, to achieve the extraordinary.
Away from the venues, the Games will take over our city. From the fan sites in Glasgow's public parks, to bars, restaurants, theatres and museums. Every part of our great city will be involved in the celebration.
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