Olympic Torch Ceremony, Knoxville, TN

June 26, 1996
World's Fair Park Court of Flags



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When the crowd arrived, the flame was still making its way to the park. However the Greek and American flags were already flying high. Then, in a flash of showmanship, paratroopers bearing flags swept down onto the green. Look for the one carrying the Greek flag between the first two flagpoles below.
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We chose to do our two favorite dances, the Kalamatianos and the Hasaposerviko. Below are some photos that prove we were there!










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