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1930 British Empire Games-Hamilton, Canada
The first ever Common Wealth Games then known as British Empire Games was held in Hamilton, in the province of Ontario in Canada from August 16–23, 1930.

11 countries and 400 athletes, participated in 6 sports and 59 events. The events included athletics, boxing, lawn bowls, rowing, swimming and wrestling. The opening ceremonies and many events were held at the Civic Stadium in east Hamilton.

Participating teams
Australia Canada Newfoundland South Africa
Bermuda England New Zealand Wales
British Guiana Ireland Scotland    
 
  Medals Tally by Country
Country Gold Silver Bronze Total
  England 25 22 13 60
  Canada 20 16 18 54
  South Africa 6 4 8 18
  New Zealand 3 4 2 9
  Australia 3 4 1 8
  Scotland 2 3 5 10
  Wales 0 2 1 3
  British Guiana 0 1 1 2
  Ireland 0 1 0 1
Total Medals 59 57 49 165