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Photo Essay: Torch Capades

Far from an epic “journey of harmony,” the Olympic torch’s world tour has been a farce of historic proportions.

Fantastic voyage: It was supposed to be a journey of harmony. The Olympic torchs triumphant tour would spread international cheer and show the world that China is ready for the world stage. But pro-Tibet activists and human rights campaigners had a radically different idea.

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