When did the 1932 Summer Olympics take place in Los Angeles?
The 1932 Summer Olympics took place between July 30 and the 14th of August 1932. Thirty-seven nations competed during this period of the multi-sport event.
Questions about 1932 Summer Olympics
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who proposed hosting the 1932 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles?
William May Garland, a real estate developer elected to the International Olympic Committee in 1922, proposed Los Angeles as the venue. Delegates voted unanimously on the 9th of April 1923, to select the city for the games.
Where was the first Olympic Village located for male athletes at the 1932 Summer Olympics?
An Olympic Village appeared in Baldwin Hills for male athletes for the first time in history. Female competitors stayed at the Chapman Park Hotel located on Wilshire Boulevard instead.
Which athlete won gold medals in both javelin throw and hurdles at the 1932 Summer Olympics?
Babe Didrikson won gold medals in both the javelin throw and the hurdles competition. Her high jump attempt resulted in second place after judges ruled her technique illegal.
What stadium served as the main venue for the 1932 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles?
The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum served as the main stadium for the event. The Rose Bowl hosted track cycling competitions under the Union Cycliste Internationale.