Eric Hussey
Eric Robert James Hussey was a British track and field athlete who competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics. He was born in Blandford Forum and died in Cuckfield.
In 1908 he was eliminated in the semi-finals of the 110 metre hurdles competition after finishing second in his heat.
He was appointed to the colonial Sudan Civil Service in 1908 and taught at Gordon Memorial College. He held various other roles as an educator in Africa and wrote several works on his experiences.