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The Olympics Quiz
Former U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program bobsledder Steven Holcomb, front, is greeted at the finish line after teaming with Justin Olsen, Steve Mesler and Curtis Tomasevicz to win the first Olympic bobsleigh gold medal in 62 years for Team USA ,(cont)
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The Origin of the Winter Olympics
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Olympics: Cycling
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Holi: Festival of Colors
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Also Known As Robert Bruce Mathias
Born November 17, 1930 • California
Died September 2, 2006 (aged 75) • Fresno • California
Political Affiliation Republican Party
Awards And Honors Olympic Games

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