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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:event
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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4
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:Commonwealth_Stadium
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gptkbp:broadcasts
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gptkb:BBC
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gptkbp:celebrates
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Showcased diversity of Commonwealth nations
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gptkbp:collaborations
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Local artists and performers
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gptkbp:color
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Scottish athlete
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gptkbp:community_engagement
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Engaged local schools and organizations
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gptkbp:community_involvement
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High involvement of local communities
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gptkbp:cuisine
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Local catering companies
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gptkbp:cultural_significance
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Showcased Scottish culture
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gptkbp:date
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July 30, 1978
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gptkbp:demographics
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Estimated 30,000
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gptkbp:director
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gptkb:John_Mc_Grath
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gptkbp:duration
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Approximately 2 hours
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gptkbp:electrification
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gptkb:battle
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gptkbp:environmental_impact
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Sustainable practices implemented
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gptkbp:events
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Positive reviews from attendees
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gptkbp:exhibition
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Displayed historical artifacts related to Scotland
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gptkbp:followed_by
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gptkb:1982_Commonwealth_Games_Opening_Ceremony
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gptkbp:highlights
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Fireworks display
Parade of Nations
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gptkbp:historical_context
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Post-war recovery period
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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Marked the growth of the Commonwealth Games
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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1978 Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony
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gptkbp:influenced
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Set a standard for future ceremonies
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gptkbp:insignia
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gptkb:Thistle
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gptkbp:invites
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Commonwealth leaders
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gptkbp:involved_countries
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46
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gptkbp:is_celebrated_in
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Continued celebrations in the city.
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gptkbp:is_featured_in
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gptkb:Native_American_tribe
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gptkbp:legacy
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Inspiration for future Commonwealth Games
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gptkbp:location
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gptkb:Edinburgh,_Scotland
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gptkbp:mascot
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gptkb:Clyde_the_Thistle
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gptkbp:media_coverage
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Extensive international media coverage
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gptkbp:notable_members
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gptkb:Prince_Charles
gptkb:Princess_Anne
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gptkbp:notable_performance
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Over 1,000
Scottish dance
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gptkbp:number_of_teams
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1,500
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gptkbp:opening_ceremony
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gptkb:David_Mc_Kee
Celebration of sport
August 13, 1978
Commonwealth Games tradition
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gptkbp:part_of
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gptkb:1978_Commonwealth_Games
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gptkbp:preceded_by
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gptkb:1970_Commonwealth_Games_Opening_Ceremony
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gptkbp:public_speaking
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gptkb:Sir_John_Hall
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gptkbp:security_features
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Increased security due to political tensions
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gptkbp:significance
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First Commonwealth Games held in Scotland
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gptkbp:sponsor
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Various local businesses
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gptkbp:theme
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Unity and Friendship
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gptkbp:tourist_attraction
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Boosted local tourism
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gptkbp:transportation
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Special transport services for attendees
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gptkbp:volunteer_opportunities
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Hundreds of local volunteers
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gptkbp:weather_conditions
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Clear skies
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