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United States at the 1956 Summer Olympics

United States at the
1956 Summer Olympics
U.S. flag, 48 stars.svg
IOC code USA
NOC United States Olympic Committee
in Melbourne/
Competitors 297 (251 men and 46 women) in 18 sports
Flag bearer Norman Armitage
Medals
Ranked 2nd
Gold Silver Bronze Total
32 25 17 74
Summer Olympics appearances (overview)
Other related appearances
1906 Intercalated Games

The United States competed at the 1956 Summer Olympics in Melbourne, Australia. 297 competitors, 251 men and 46 women, took part in 139 events in 18 sports.

Men's Marathon

Men's 10m Platform

Women's 10m Platform

18 fencers, 15 men and 3 women, represented the United States in 1956.

Head Coach: Jimmy Mills

Three male pentathletes represented the United States in 1956, winning silver in the team event.

Eight shooters represented the United States in 1956. Offutt Pinion won the bronze medal in the 50 m pistol event.


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