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Dig deeper with the Athlete Index and get to know the men and women that make up the U.S. Olympic Team. Whether it's their birthplace, height or even what college they attended, it's all there - every last detail.
At the Closing Ceremony of the 1956 Games, the athletes from all nations entered the stadium as one. It was a sign of global unity and came as a late suggestion from a young Australian.
Romania: Mushroom, Leek & Meatball Soup with Barley Meatballs are considered a Romanian specialty, and are typically deep fried.
Russia: Beet Salad with Goat Cheese & Ras El Hanout Spices
Kenya: Pineapple Rum Raisin Souffle with Toasted Coconut
Japan: Salmon Maki Roll with Parsnip-Pinenut Rice & Pickled Ginger/Wasabi