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Sergio Dionisio/Getty ImagesThe pole vault originated in Europe, where men used the pole to cross canals filled with water. See more Olympic pictures.In this article, we will learn a little bit about the history of pole vaulting, and then we will explore the physics of pole vaulting. 
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