Bermuda at the 1999 Pan American Games | |
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IOC code | BER |
NOC | Bermuda Olympic Association |
Website | www |
in Winnipeg 23 July – 8 August 1999 | |
Competitors | 30 in 7 sports |
Medals Ranked 16th |
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Pan American Games appearances (overview) | |
The 13th Pan American Games were held in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada from July 23 to August 8, 1999.
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