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South Africa at the 1956 Summer Olympics

South Africa at the
1956 Summer Olympics
Flag of South Africa (1928-1994).svg
IOC code RSA
NOC South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee
Website www.sascoc.co.za
in Melbourne/
Competitors 50 (44 men and 6 women) in 10 sports
Medals
Ranked 33rd
Gold Silver Bronze Total
0 0 4 4
Summer Olympics appearances (overview)

The Union of South Africa competed at the 1956 Summer Olympics in Melbourne, Australia. 50 competitors, 44 men and 6 women, took part in 50 events in 10 sports.

Men's 110m Hurdles

Men's Marathon

Men's Discus Throw

Three male pentathletes represented South Africa in 1956.

Two shooters represented South Africa in 1956.



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