Atkurtam Lietuvos tautiniam olimpiniam komitetui – 25‑eri

Abstract

11th of December, 2013 is dedicated to commemorate the re-establishment of Lithuanian National Olympic Committee (LNOC) as it happened 25 years ago. During this period Olympians of Lithuania did anchor themselves among the supreme nations worldwide that participate in Olympic Movement, and Lithuania sport professionals are valued by Olympic organizations of European as well as on the world level. These sport persons are frequently asked to become members in different commissions and leading organizations. However, looking at historical perspective, to re-establish Lithuanian National Olympic Committee on the evening of 11th December, 1988 was easier than to gain the recognition by IOC and be rejoined into the Olympic family. Each of the three Baltic States endeavoured together for this to become a reality. 18th September, 1991 was the day when International Olympic Committee session had welcomed the Olympic Committees of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia (de facto) to re-join the Olympic family and participate in the Olympic Games. Though, recognition de jure in rush (under the written IOC members’ agreement) was decreed on 11th November, 1991, but on this historical date – 18th September – LNOC was the very first Lithuanian organization to be officially accredited by international organization. Lithuanian Olympic sport represents gathered immeasurable experience, deep traditions, also is a part of the modern culture and the memory of the nation. Today sport, Olympism, and Olympic education inspire new thoughts, fresh ideas, striving for innovations, persistent willingness to learn. We are being led into the Olympic sport level by scientific researches, historically analysed sport facts, arguments, and, of course, scientific approach.