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How America's 'Miracle' Was Made
In the 1980 Winter Olympics, the underdog U.S. hockey team beat the Soviets in one of the most significant sporting events ever. But what's the real story behind the Miracle on Ice?
Sources, in order of appearance:
IOC
U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame
IOC
IOC (The eighth gold medal, in 1992, was won by the "Unified Team," comprised of players from of a group of former Soviet republics.)
New York Olympic Regional Development Authority
New York Olympic Regional Development Authority
ESPN
ESPN
ESPN
History Channel
IOC
New York Times
Harris Poll