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Lawrence "Law" Adam (11 June 1908 – 15 May 1941) was a Dutch-Swiss football player who played as a forward. He was born in Probolinggo, Dutch East Indies and died in Surabaya, Dutch East Indies. Law Adam is reportedly the first European footballer to use the Scissors move, also known as the step over, earning the nickname "Adam the Scissorsman" in the 1920s and 1930s.

Quick facts about Law Adam

  • Full name: Law Adam
  • Born: 1908-06-11
  • Nationality: Switzerland
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q679059

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Who is Law Adam?

Lawrence "Law" Adam (11 June 1908 – 15 May 1941) was a Dutch-Swiss football player who played as a forward.

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Law Adam is Switzerland.

When was Law Adam born?

Law Adam was born on 1908-06-11.

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