10. Two fountains in Astoria Park served as Olympic torches
Astoria Park Pool has had a long history since its opening in 1936. In that same year and 30 years after, the Olympic-sized pool was used to host some qualifying events for the U.S. Swimming and Diving teams for the 1936 and 1968 Summer Olympics. Atop two table-like structures sat the Olympic torches on both occasions, which have since been converted to seating areas for swimmers looking to eat the food served at the fast-food restaurant pool-side.
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