The first Winter Olympics were held in Chamonix, France, in 1924.
Chamonix 1924 Olympic Winter Games, a sporting event held in Chamonix, France, from January 25 to February 5, 1924. The Winter Olympic Games were held for the first time in Chamonix.
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