Take a look at the history of the Boston Marathon. Listed are past champions and closest finishes as well as a brief recap of some major years in the marathon.

Boston Marathon History

winners and records

• Past champions in 12 categories
• Marathon records
• Closest men's finishes
• Closest women's finishes

key events in history, modern year-by-year results

1897:The first marathon

1900: The first international presence

1901: Scandal, legalized betting and first-ever marathon photos

1907: Course changes & Heartbreak Hill

1916: First Bostonian wins