The 1908 Summer Olympics were an international multi-sport event held in London, United Kingdom, from 27 April to 31 October 1908. The 1908 Summer Olympics in London, United Kingdom: April 27 – October 31, 1908. Top of the medal table: Great Britain (56 gold, 51 silver, 39 bronze); United States (23 gold, 12 silver, 12 bronze); Sweden (8 gold, 6 silver, 11 bronze). Wiki link