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C.B. Fry

Charles Burgess Fry, M.A., F.R.G.S., was renowned as the star sportsman of his generation, with an array of talents that has never been equalled.   His achievements left a whole generation idolatrous and awestruck.   He was the ultimate all-rounder, representing England at two sports and equalling the world record in a third.   His fame led to his being offered the Throne of Albania.

Fry's connection with Repton seems to have been accidental.   He was born on 25th April 1872 at West Croydon in Surrey.   After prep school at Hornbrook House (where the headmaster was a son of Dr.

Pears, the great headmaster who raised Repton to the status of a major public school) Fry was destined for Aldenham. However, he was sent first to Repton - apparently to coach him for entrance to Aldenham - won a scholarship to Repton and stayed.

He is described as tall, handsome, athletic, intellectually gifted but not partic