The IOC session held in Paris in 1922 approved a resolution to hold competitions named 'International sports week for the 8th Olympiad'. This date is considered the date of the launch of Winter Olympic Games. The first official Winter Olympics took place in 1924 in Chamonix, France. Participating in the Games were 258 athletes from 16 countries. Winter Olympic Games are held every four years. Since 1994, Winter and Summer Olympic Games are organized alternately, with a two-year interval.
A 70-m jumper in flight. Chamonix, 1924
Bobsleigh race. Chamonix, 1924 25