1970 wasn't the only Commonwealth Games to be held in Scotland, however. In 1986, the Games returned to Edinburgh, but with a different outcome.
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Thankfully an opportunity to atone for the 1986 fiasco may be on the horizon.
Glasgow is in line to host the 2014 Games after the ruling Council unanimously backed the city, chosen over Edinburgh, and now has the chance to be Scotland's candidate if the council decide to pursue a bid. Standing in Scotland's way, though, could be South Africa, Singapore, New Zealand, Canada and Wales.
There is still considerable work to be done. A formal bid will not be made until next year, and there are plenty of requirements to be met, but if Glasgow can meet them then the possibilities for the city, and Scotland, are phenomenal.
It would give home-grown Scottish athletes the chance to compete on home soil and would hand a boost to the local economy.
"In principle, Glasgow's proposed bid for the 2014 Commonwealth Games is good for Scottish businesses," stated Iain McMillan, director of CBI Scotland. "But they will need to demonstrate to individual companies in Scotland precisely what the costs and benefits are, because the days of philanthropic corporate giving are gone."
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How would the 2014 Games compare to Edinburgh 1970?
1970 was definitely a Games not to be forgotten, memorable to all involved. Yet the Glasgow Games, with its huge potential, the renowned friendliness of the people and the city's famous history could become the biggest and best yet.
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