| Guyana at the 1952 Summer Olympics | |
|---|---|
 Flag of British Guiana | |
| IOC code | GUY |
| NOC | Guyana Olympic Association |
| in Helsinki | |
| Flag bearer | N/A |
| Medals |
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| Summer Olympics appearances (overview) | |
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