Centennial Olympic Games: Torch Relay Opening Ceremonies

On April 27, 1996, Rafer Johnson received the Olympic flame via three helicopters at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum that began an 84-day, 15,000-mile journey across America -- the largest... Read allOn April 27, 1996, Rafer Johnson received the Olympic flame via three helicopters at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum that began an 84-day, 15,000-mile journey across America -- the largest ever Olympic Torch Relay. This Opening Ceremony, conducted by John Williams and David Fos... Read allOn April 27, 1996, Rafer Johnson received the Olympic flame via three helicopters at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum that began an 84-day, 15,000-mile journey across America -- the largest ever Olympic Torch Relay. This Opening Ceremony, conducted by John Williams and David Foster was broadcast live, worldwide on NBC.