Indeed , there have been plenty of times in the Games ' 120year modern history that its existence was less than assured .
The Olympics of 1916 , 1940 and 1944 were all canceled due to World Wars I and II .
There have been plenty of times in the Games ' 120year modern history that its existence was less than assured .
The Olympics of 1916 , 1940 and 1944 were all canceled due to World Wars I and II .