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1972 Summer Paralympics
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The 1972 Summer Paralympics (German: Paralympische Sommerspiele 1972), the fourth edition of the Paralympic Games, were held in Heidelberg, West Germany, from 2 to 11 August 1972. The games ended 15 days before the 1972 Summer Olympics held in Munich, also in West Germany.
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![]() Shot putter in 1972 Summer Paralympics | |
Host city | Heidelberg, West Germany |
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Nations | 41 |
Athletes | 1,004 |
Events | 187 in 10 sports |
Opening | 2 August |
Closing | 11 August |
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Stadium | Heidelberg Thingstätte |
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