2012 London Olympics

The 2012 Summer Olympics, also known as London 2012, were held in London, England from July 27 to August 12, 2012. 10,518 athletes from 206 countries participated in the event. London was chosen as the host city in 2005, defeating bids from Moscow, New York City, Madrid, and Paris. The Games featured a new 200-hectare Olympic Park in Stratford, East London, and included women's boxing for the first time. The United States topped the medal table, with China finishing second and Great Britain third. Michael Phelps became the most decorated Olympic athlete of all time, winning 22 medals. The Games received praise for their organization, with widespread acclaim for the opening ceremony and volunteers.learn more on wikipedia