Where was Eric Liddell born?
Edinburgh
London
Shanghai
Qing China
Answer
Born in Tianjin, Qing China, Eric Liddell was a legendary Scottish Olympian and devout Christian. He gained fame as a sprinter and rugby player, but is best known for refusing to compete in the 100-meter race at the 1924 Olympics in Paris because it was held on a Sunday, his day of religious observance.
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