Kirani James wins Grenada’s first Olympic medal | Countdown to 2016

Countdown to 2016 – December 1st – Kirani James

At London 2012, Grenada claimed it’s first Olympic medal as Kirani James won gold in the Men’s 400m.

Each day of December we will reveal an iconic moment from Olympic history as we countdown to the Olympic year.

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Grenada is a Caribbean country comprising a main island, also called Grenada, and smaller surrounding islands. Dubbed the “Spice Isle,” the hilly main island is home to numerous nutmeg plantations. It’s also the site of the capital, St. George’s, whose colourful homes, Georgian buildings and early-18th-century Fort George overlook narrow Carenage Harbour. To the south is Grand Anse Beach, with resorts and bars. 

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