C. B. Fry
English cricketer and footballer
Born
April 25th, 1872
153 years ago
Died
September 7th, 1956
69 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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