Taiwan at the 1968 Summer Olympics | |
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IOC code | ROC (TWN used at these Games) |
NOC | Republic of China Olympic Committee [lower-alpha 1] |
in Mexico City | |
Competitors | 43 (35 men, 8 women) in 8 sports |
Medals Ranked 42nd |
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Summer Olympics appearances (overview) | |
Other related appearances | |
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