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Wednesday, 01 August 2012 16:21

Making Olympic history special

Written by  Mike Pagomenos
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We all take for granted that the history that we are taught at school is accurate and we tend to accept what we are told by many trusted organisations. Unfortunately, history is occasionally manipulated to serve the best interests of those in power. One such organisation with that power is the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

“London has a special place in Olympic history. London will be the first city to host the Games three times.” Jacques Rogge, President of the IOC, 124th Session of the IOC, London, July 24, 2012.


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