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How many people died in the 1958 Munich air disaster involving the Manchester United squad, including players, staff and journalists?
CORRECT ANSWER
23
23 people died in the Munich air disaster of 1958, including 8 Manchester United players, from a total of 44 passengers and crew on board.
ALL OPTIONS
A8
B15
โ23
D30
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