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Swedish Ling Gymnastics
In 1948 at the London Games there was a demonstration of Ling Gymnastics events for both men and women, staged by the Svenska Gymnastikforbundet of Stockholm. This style of gymnastics was developed by Per Henrik Ling, considered the father of the Swedish Ling Gymnastics, and began in the early 1800s. The demonstration was by 200 female and 200 male gymnasts. See the Ling Gymnastics Video.
The Official Report of the XIV OLYMPIAD LONDON 1948 stated that "the gymnasts
themselves not only gave of their services, but defrayed the cost of the journey to London
out of their own pockets. They were treated as competitors, being issued with identity
cards, commemorative medals, etc.".
Two demonstration displays were given, one on August 7 immediately prior to the start
of the Marathon and one on August 13 before the Football Final.
Related Pages
- Other Past Gymnastics Events
- Also in 1948 Lacrosse was a demonstration event.
- Full list of all Discontinued Events
- Gymnastics at the Olympic Games
