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B. King born?","a":"Charles D. B. King was born on 12 March 1875 in Monrovia."},{"q":"What positions has Charles D. B. King held?","a":"Positions held by Charles D. B. King include: President of Liberia (1920–1930); Minister of Foreign Affairs."},{"q":"Where did Charles D. B. King study?","a":"Charles D. B. 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