North Korea Gold Medals

North Korea's Olympic Medal Success

A Detailed Look at North Korea's Olympic Achievements

Overview of North Korea's Olympic Success

North Korean athletes have had a remarkable history of success at the Olympic Games. To date, they have won a total of 57 medals, including two gold medals at the Winter Games. Government funding plays a major role in North Korea's Olympic success, as the government provides significant resources to support its athletes' training and preparation.

Overview of Orders and Medals in North Korea

The award system of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea) was initially created less than a decade after the country's founding in 1948. The system has since been expanded to include a wide range of awards and medals, which are bestowed upon individuals and organizations for their contributions to the country and its people.

North Korea's Success at the London Olympics

North Korea left London with a total of seven medals, four gold and three bronze. This surpassed the country's medal count from the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. The North Korean athletes' success in London was a testament to their hard work and dedication, as well as the support they receive from their government.

Complete List of North Korean Olympic Medals

For a complete list of North Korean Olympic medals, please visit:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Olympic_medalists_for_North_Korea

Additional Information

North Korea has also won medals in cooperation with other NOCs. For a list of these medals, please visit:
https://www.olympic.org/noc/democratic-people-s-republic-of-korea