By: Ian Crump
In the summer of 2012, the relay brought Olympian-sized crowds to the streets of Dorset, turning roads into red, white and blue cheer lines.


Ian Crump is a Group Heritage Writer at the Daily Echo. He specializes in exploring culture and society, particularly through the lens of Southampton's history, delving into archives and negatives to evoke nostalgia for readers. Ian's work has been featured in various publications, including the Hampshire Chronicle, Yahoo Sports UK, and Salisbury Journal.
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