Iran at the 1948 Summer Olympics
| Iran at the 1948 Summer Olympics | |
|---|---|
| IOC code | IRI (IRN used at these Games) |
| NOC | National Olympic Committee of Iran |
| in London | |
| Competitors | 36 in 5 sports |
| Flag bearer | Mostafa Baharmast |
| Medals Ranked 34th |
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| Summer Olympics appearances (overview) | |
Iran competed at the Summer Olympic Games for the first time at the 1948 Summer Olympics in London, England. 36 competitors, all men, took part in 23 events in 5 sports. The country's sole medal was a weightlifting bronze won in the featherweight division by Jafar Salmasi.