United States at the 1956 Summer Olympics
| United States at the 1956 Summer Olympics | |
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Flag of the United States with 48 stars. This was the last Olympics where this design was used. | |
| IOC code | USA |
| NOC | United States Olympic Committee |
| in Melbourne/Stockholm | |
| Competitors | 297 (251 men and 46 women) in 18 sports |
| Flag bearer | Norman Armitage |
| Medals Ranked 2nd |
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| Summer Olympics appearances (overview) | |
| Other related appearances | |
| 1906 Intercalated Games | |
The United States competed at the 1956 Summer Olympics in Melbourne, Australia. 297 competitors, 251 men and 46 women, took part in 139 events in 18 sports. It was the last Olympics in which the athletes marched under the 48-star flag.