International Olympic Committee
The International Olympic Committee is an organisation based in Lausanne, Switzerland, created by Pierre de Coubertin in 1894 to reinstate the Ancient Olympic Games held in Greece, and organise this sports event every four years.
Related Topics:
Lausanne - Switzerland - Pierre de Coubertin - 1894 - Ancient Olympic Games - Greece
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The IOC receives its operating funds through advertising and merchandising Olympic memorabilia, as well as through sale of rights to the media who report on the occurrences at the Olympic games.
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| ► | Introduction |
| ► | Presidents |
| ► | Members |
| ► | History and Function |
| ► | See also |
| ► | External link |
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