Eric Liddell was born on January 16, 1902 and died on February 21, 1945. Eric Liddell would have been 43 years old at the time of death or 113 years old today.
Eric Liddell was born on January 16, 1902.
Eric liddell suffered a terrible Brain Tumor on February 21, 1945.
Eric Liddell's children were named Heather and Patricia.
Eric Liddell's family originated from Scotland. His father was a Scottish missionary, and Liddell himself was born in China to missionary parents.
Eric Liddell's family members included his father James Liddell, his mother Mary Liddell, and his siblings. He had six brothers and one sister, including his brother Rob who was also an accomplished athlete.
China
He was an evangelical Christian.
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Rev. & Mrs. James Dunlop Liddell (I got this from wikipedia and a short online biography of him). :)
Run on Sunday.
Eric Liddell is best known for his life story, particularly highlighted in the film "Chariots of Fire," which depicts his journey as an Olympic runner and missionary. He did not write any books himself, but biographies and accounts of his life have been written by others.
Because it was to be run on a sunday and Liddell was a Christian that believed that it was important to rest on the sabbath (Sunday).