Torch Run - Orange, CA
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N 33° 47.271 W 117° 51.187
11S E 421020 N 3738960
A plaque commemorating the Olympic Torch run which passed by this spot on July 26, 1984 on the way to the Los Angeles Games just two days later.
Waymark Code: WMX6E0
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 12/03/2017
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
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The plaque says, "We the people of Orange dedicate this plaque to the spirit of the Olympic torch run efforts of the American people. Just as the torchbearers had been created by many along the way from its origination in New York City, it was created by a cheering crowd when passing through this city circle on July 26, 1984. The torch run ended in the Los Angeles Coliseum as the beginning of the Olympic Games two days later. Let this historic event be an example of what determination, persistence and unity can accomplish with the effort of many working toward a common goal."
Group that erected the marker: BSA

Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
Orange, CA


URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: Not listed

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