225 competitors, 175 men and 50 women, took part in 133 events in 16 sports.

[1] British athletes have competed in every Summer Olympic Games.

There were seven rowing events for men only and Great Britain entered two boats.

[2] In the eight, Malcolm Malpass in seat 5 was replaced with John Mullard in the B final.

[3] Ten shooters, all men, represented Great Britain in 1968.