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Atlanta marks 30 years since Centennial Olympic Park bombing
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· July 27, 2026
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Key takeaway The incident happened during the 1996 Summer Olympic Games.
A significant anniversary is being observed in Atlanta , as it has been 30 years since a bombing occurred in Centennial Olympic Park. The incident happened during the 1996 Summer Olympic Games. The bombing resulted in the loss of two lives and injured over 100 people.
This event had a profound impact on the city. Further information about the Centennial Olympic Park bombing is available from local news sources, including FOX 5 Atlanta.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 27, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - News ·
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