[REAL VERSION] London 2012

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London 2012: Opening Ceremony Extravaganza

The London 2012 Olympics greeted the world with a spectacular celebration that featured a Beatle, the Queen, Mr. Bean and a colorful celebration of UK life. Click to see great photos of the opening ceremony.

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London 2012: Opening Ceremony Extravaganza

Dramatic photos of Oscar-winning English director Danny Boyle's extravaganza, a celebration he called "as unpredictable and inventive as the British people." Click to see amazing photos from the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

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