Charles Studd
Cricketer and missionary in England
Born
December 2nd, 1860
164 years ago
Died
1931
94 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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An English cricketer and missionary, this individual played for the England national team and was a key figure in the early development of cricket in the late 19th century. After achieving success in cricket, transitioned to missionary work, dedicating life to spreading Christianity in various countries, including China and India. The combination of sports achievements and missionary efforts marked a unique journey, uniting athletic prowess with a commitment to faith.
Played for the England national cricket team
Served as a missionary in China and India
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