OAKLAND - Dr. Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger Tribute

WELCOME TO OAKLAND - Dr. Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger Tribute - simply the most unique view of the Austrian Oak on the Internet - I know that my English isn't very good (I live in Europe), but I did my best putting this page together. And special thanks to lots of fans helping me... I like Arnold for many reasons: First, because he came to America with nothing and made himself very successful through hardwork, determination and persistence. Secondly, Arnold is just cool. Enjoy!

"I have a love interest in every one of my films - a gun."

Arnold Schwarzenegger

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	`After a whole year of hard work, I see no reason to continue with 'ON THIS DAY' section. It was a great pleasure to compile this main Oakland section and it also earned me "Schwarzenegger fan site of the month" title. But from now on You can find this info for each and every day in the archives! As for now: (1) I'm planning to wrap up my college activities and (2) I'll try to learn more about ASP in order to make new and exciting features for the future of Oakland. I'LL BE BACK!`

Thursday, May 20, 1971 Arnold's brother Meinhard, while driving drunk, ran into another car in Kitzbuhel (Austria) and was killed instantly. Arnold reportedly didn't attend the funeral by the San Andreas Church in Kitzbuhel. Arnold later brought Patrick, Meinhard's nephew, to the United States.

Saturday, May 20, 2000 To symbolize and spark Special Olympics China's commitment to reach 500,000 athletes by the year 2004, thousands gathered at the Ju Yongguan section of The Great Wall of China to light the Special Olympics torch, sharing this message of hope with families in China and around the world. Joined by Special Olympics Athletes, Olympic Athletes, Chinese dignitaries, corporate executives, and families, friends, and leaders of the Special Olympics movement, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Special Olympics Global Messenger Zhang Kun of Harbin China climbed a portion of China's Great Wall to light the Special Olympics flame of hope. Following that, thousands of children and adults from the Chinese and international communities of Beijing joined in a 5,000 meter run/walk to demonstrate their support and to raise funds so that Special Olympics China can expand its important work. Special Olympic athletes from around Beijing participated in sports competitions and demonstrations in powerlifting, table tennis, floor hockey, swimming and basketball. Arnold and Chinese Olympic athletes were be on hand to present awards, participate in demonstrations, and offer their personal support to coaches, families, and officials who will lead the ambitious agenda for Special Olympics China. The event was hosted at the state-of-the-art Kerry Sports Center. Also that day, Arnold, Tim Shriver and Special Olympics athletes joined Chinese dignitaries, corporate executives and families and friends for demonstrations in the first-ever Special Olympics Powerlifting demonstration in the city. This was followed by a Gala dinner with performances by the Shenzhen City Orchestra and internationally known artists, to be broadcast live on Shenzhen TV.

Wednesday, May 19, 1993 A 60-foot inflatable Arnolds blown-up was straddling in the Cannes harbour - it soon started to deflate. Overpumped perhaps? RSP03013.jpg (19222 bytes)

Friday, May 19, 2000 In one of the most historic venues in all of China, more than 3,000 guests joined the leaders of China and Special Olympics, in a tribute at the Great Hall of the People. This evening of entertainment, produced by Phoenix Television and to benefit Special Olympics China, featured renowned Chinese artists and entertainers, including performances by people with disabilities.