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Lake Placid 1980 Olympic Winter Games: Quick Facts

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Facts

Also Known As XIII Olympic Winter Games
Date February 13, 1980 - February 24, 1980
Location Lake Placid • New York • United States

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Miracle on Ice
American ice hockey goalie James Craig in a blue USA jersey and white mask blocks a shot near the goal during a game in 1980.
Olympic medals hang against a blurry background.
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