| Liberia at the 1980 Summer Olympics | |
|---|---|
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| IOC code | LBR |
| NOC | Liberia National Olympic Committee |
| in Moscow, Russian SFSR, USSR | |
| Competitors | 7 in 1 sport |
| Medals |
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| Summer Olympics appearances (overview) | |
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