C. B. Fry

English cricketer and footballer

C. B. Fry - English cricketer and footballer
Born

April 25th, 1872
152 years ago

Died

September 7th, 1956
68 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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An accomplished cricketer and footballer, played for Sussex in cricket and represented England in international matches. Also played as a forward for Southampton in football. Entered politics and served as a Liberal member of Parliament. Worked as an educator, lecturing on subjects such as history and literature. His athletic versatility earned recognition in both cricket and football, along with a brief period of play for the England national cricket team.

Played for Sussex in first-class cricket

Played for England national cricket team

Represented Southampton F.C. in football

Served as a Liberal member of Parliament

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