The pandemic began in India, and swiftly spread across the globe through trade routes. New York City was usually the first city to feel the impact. An estimated two to six Americans died per day during the outbreak. End: Itâs unclear what ended the pandemics, but it may have been the change in climate or quarantines.
Basketball Australia oversees 15 Australian National Teams and a total of 34 medals have been won at official international competition events, these include Olympic & Paralympic Games plus World Championships.
Sydney 2000 saw Australia return to the top echelon of Olympic swimming nations when five gold medals were won. Individual winners were Ian Thorpe (400m freestyle), Grant Hackett (1500m freestyle) and Susie OâNeill (200m freestyle).