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What are some military events that involve pentathlon?

What are some military events that involve pentathlon?

Military events Military pentathlon Naval pentathlon Aeronautical pentathlon Obstacle swimming Utility swimming race Orienteering Throwing Seamanship race Basketball skills Cross country running Amphibious cross-country race Obstacle course Swimming

Who is the governing body for modern pentathlon?

On February 11, 2013 in Lausanne, the IOC confirmed modern pentathlon once again as one of the 25 core sports of the Olympic program through to 2020. The governing body, Union Internationale de Pentathlon Moderne (UIPM), administers the international sport in more than 90 countries. The foundation of the modern pentathlon is disputed.

Is the 7th Army still a Training Command?

In 2016, the 7th Army Joint Multinational Training Command was returned to its original designation as the 7th Army Training Command. 7ATC’s Joint Multinational Simulation Center opens a 50,000-square-foot facility for digital models, simulations and virtual training.

What are the starting times for the modern pentathlon?

In the modern pentathlon, starting times for the last event (cross country running before 2009; combined laser pistol shooting and cross-country running since 2009), are staggered so that the first person to cross the finish line is the winner.

What was the original size of the pentathlon in 1912?

For much of its history, the modern pentathlon remained largely unchanged from the original events featured at the 1912 Olympics. However, in the 2000 Summer Olympics the 300 m freestyle swimming race was reduced to 200 m, and the 4000 m cross country race was reduced to 3000 m.

How are points calculated in the indoor pentathlon?

For each event, points are given based on a standard. These points can be calculated at the USATF website. The indoor pentathlon is held over a one-day period. Each athlete completes one event at the same time, then there is a 30-minute break until the next event.

When was the pentathlon replaced by the heptathlon?

The event was discontinued in 1984, when it was replaced by the heptathlon . Halteres were held by athletes in the ancient long jump to push themselves further. The format for the Ancient Olympic pentathlon varied in schedule and events. The stadion event was occasionally replaced by boxing or pankration.