In which games did the original Stoke Mandeville Games take place?

The original Stoke Mandeville Games took place in 1948, primarily featuring archery as the focus of competition. This event marked the beginning of what would evolve into the modern Paralympic Games. Athletes with disabilities participated in archery to showcase their skills and promote social acceptance through sport. While other sports like athletics and basketball became integral parts of subsequent events, the inaugural games specifically spotlighted archery, making it a pivotal moment in the history of adaptive sports.