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The true story behind Chariots of Fire is told by Olympics hero Eric Liddell

Eric Liddell Scottish athlete, sprinter, Olympian, Protestant missionary (1902-1945)
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Eric Liddell: The Olympic champion who still inspires 100 years on

The runner, who triumphed at the 1924 Olympics, was later immortalised in an Oscar-winning film.

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'It's complete surrender' – Olympics hero Eric Liddell and the true story behind Chariots of Fire

Scottish athlete Eric Liddell won the 400m gold at the Paris Olympics on 11 July 1924 – but he's just as famous for a race he didn't run.

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