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Merion Golf Club was brought into being by Scotsman Hugh Wilson in 1912, when local wealthy Philadelphians began to clamour for improvement to their old golf course. The result was more than respectable, and Merion East Golf Course is now one of the USA's best courses, frequently host to various championships, including the US Open.
Wilson was largely inspired by Scottish golf course designs and this is strongly visible, particularly in the typical Scottish-style bunkers.
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