The London Olympic Games ended with fanfare, fireworks and spectacular performances at the Olympic Stadium, August 12, 2012.
Olympics Closing Ceremony

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Performers take part in the closing ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium August 12, 2012.

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Performers are seen during the Rio 2016 segment of the closing ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium August 12, 2012.

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A flaming phoenix flies above the Olympic flame during the closing ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium August 12, 2012.

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Rio de Janeiro Mayor Eduardo Paes waves the Olympic flag after receiving it from IOC President Jacques Rogge at the closing ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games, August 12, 2012.