Games
Stockholm 1939
V International Silent Games
KEY FACTS
Country: Sweden (SWE)
Opening Date: 24 Aug 1939
Closing Date: 27 Aug 1939
Nations: 13
Athletes: 249
   First Time Athletes: 169  Returning Athletes: 80
Sports: 6
Disciplines: 7
Events: 43

The Congress agreed to establish technical commissions to be responsible for each of the sporting branches.

A new CISS flag with blue and green colors with its symbol that was designed by Mr. Chante in a design contest was inaugurated during the Opening Ceremony.

The CISS was honoured by the presence of a royal personage for the first time in the form of Prince Gustav Adolf of Sweden.

The sports offered at the V International Silent Games were held in the disciplines of Athletics, Cycling Road, Diving, Football, Shooting, Swimming and Tennis.

Participants