The 1952 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XV Olympiad and commonly known as Helsinki 1952, were an international multi-sport event held from 19 July to 3 August 1952 in Helsinki, Finland. The 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki, Finland: July 19 – August 3, 1952. Top of the medal table: United States (40 gold, 19 silver, 17 bronze); Soviet Union (22 gold, 30 silver, 19 bronze); Hungary (16 gold, 10 silver, 16 bronze). Wiki link