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Now and then: Shooting

Uzma, Marketing Assistant28 November 2011

With the exceptions of the 1904 and 1928 Games, Shooting has featured on every Olympic programme since the first modern Games in 1896. Women’s events were added to the schedule in 1984.

At London 2012, the Shooting competition will be held at a truly historic venue: The Royal Artillery Barracks. Its rich heritage dates back to 1716, when a Royal Warrant authorised the formation of two artillery companies at the Royal Arsenal in Woolwich. The current building was constructed between 1775 and 1802.

Great Britain's Malcolm Cooper prepares to shoot in the Small-Bore (Three Positions) Rifleshooting event during the Seoul 1988 Games. Cooper went on to win the gold medal in this event.

Hu Binyuan of China competes in the men's Double Trap qualification held at the Beijing Shooting Range Hall during Day 4 of the Beijing 2008 Games.