Jackie Robinson: The Trailblazer Who Broke Baseball's Color Barrier
Baseball Icon and Civil Rights Pioneer
WEB Jack Roosevelt Robinson (January 31, 1919 - October 24, 1972) was a groundbreaking professional baseball player who shattered the long-standing color barrier in Major League Baseball.
A Legendary Moment
On April 15, 1947, Robinson joined the Brooklyn Dodgers, becoming the first Black athlete to play in the major leagues during the 20th century. This historic moment was known as Jackie Robinson Day and is now celebrated annually by every team in the majors.
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