The 1984 Winter Olympics were held in Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. This event marked the first time the Winter Olympics took place in a socialist country. A total of 49 nations participated, showcasing athletes in various winter sports. The games featured 39 events across 6 sports, including skiing, ice hockey, and figure skating. The Soviet Union topped the medal table, followed by East Germany and Canada. The Sarajevo Olympics are remembered for their spirit of unity and the challenges faced by the region in the years that followed.