Moscow Olympics Flashcards
1
Q
What was Moscow part of at this time?
A
The soviet Union
2
Q
What was the Soviet Union?
A
A communist federation occupying northern Asia and part of Eastern Europe
3
Q
What happened prior to the games?
A
The Soviet Union forces invaded Afghanistan which created conflict that lasted 10 days
4
Q
Who was the president of USA at the time and what did he suggest?
A
Who: Jimmy Carter
What: Suggested a boycott of the games if the Soviet Union forces didn’t withdraw
5
Q
How many countries didn’t attend the games?
A
65 countries
6
Q
What did some athletes from the countries that didn’t attend do?
A
They went against their governments and competed anyway under the Olympic flag
7
Q
What did this games lead to?
A
The creation of the ‘Liberty Bell Classic’ event for the non-attendees to compete in
