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Michelle Obama Cheers On 2012 U.S. Olympic Swim Team

In this photograph, taken by Sonya N. Hebert on July 28, 2012, First Lady Michelle Obama cheers on the United States Olympic team during the swimming finals and medal ceremonies at the Olympic Park Aquatics Center during the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London, Great Britain. The first lady led the presidential delegation to the opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games, and also attended an Olympic men's basketball competition between the United States and France. During her visit to the United Kingdom, the first lady also hosted a "Let's Move-London" event at the Winfield House, and met with Queen Elizabeth II for a reception at Buckingham Palace.
Photographer
Sonya N. Hebert
Date of Work
July 28, 2012
Type
Photograph
Credit
Official White House Photo by Sonya N. Hebert
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