When did the Special Olympics begin?
1962
Who started it?
eunice Kennedy Shriver,
Where?
in her backyard
What was the format at first?
it was a summer day camp
Has it grown?
Yes
How many countries is it in?
170
How many people take part?
3.1 million people
In how many programs?
228
When was Shriver born?
1921,
On what day?
July 10
Where?
Brookline
What state?
Massachusetts
Who are her parents?
Joseph P. and Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy.
Did they have other kids?
Yes
How many including Shriver?
nine
Where did she place?
fifth
Did she have any famous siblings?
Yes
What were they famous for?
politics
How old was she?
88.
What day did the death occur?
Tuesday