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Olympic spirit on display as fans arrive for opening ceremonies in London
The Associated Press reports that London greeted the world in a celebration of Old England that was stunning, imaginative, whimsical and dramatic — and
Fans of Ethiopia enjoy the atmosphere outside the Olympic stadium before the opening ceremony on July 27, in London.Getty Images
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The Associated Press reports that London greeted the world in a celebration of Old England that was stunning, imaginative, whimsical and dramatic — and cheeky, even featuring a stand-in for Queen Elizabeth II parachuting into Olympic Stadium. Moments later, the 86-year-old monarch herself stood solemnly while a children’s choir serenaded her with “God Save the Queen,” and members of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force raised the Union Jack.
A Great Britain fan cheers outside Olympic Stadium before the opening ceremony on July 27.Getty ImagesU.S. fans pose with their national flag outside Olympic Stadium on July 27.Getty ImagesJapanese fans pose outside Olympic Stadium on July 27.Getty ImagesMexican fans arrive at Olympic Park before the opening ceremony on July 27.AFP – Getty ImagesPolice officers place their hats on Cynthia Sison, left, and Mercy Mesina, both of the Philippines, outside Olympic Park before the opening ceremony on July 27.APFans pose at the entrance of Olympic Park before the opening ceremony on July 27.Getty ImagesA fan wears a dress displaying a Union Jack outside Olympic Stadium before opening ceremonies on July 27.Getty Images
