The 1912 Stockholm Olympics were the fifth modern Olympic Games, held in Stockholm, Sweden, from May 5 to July 22. This event marked the first time that athletes from all five continents participated, showcasing a total of 2,408 competitors from 28 nations. The games featured 102 events across 14 sports, including athletics, swimming, and fencing. Notably, the decathlon was introduced, and American athlete Jim Thorpe won gold medals in both the decathlon and pentathlon, becoming a celebrated figure in Olympic history.