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Jackie Robinson. He broke baseball’s color barrier and embodied integration’s promise.

Jackie Robinson was the first Black baseball player to play in the American major leagues during the 20th century. He famously broke the color line of Major League Baseball (MLB) when he appeared on the field for the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947. A baseball icon, his jersey number, 42, was retired across MLB in 1997.

⚾✊🏾 April 5, 1947: Jackie Robinson Breaks Baseball's Color Barrier! ⚾🌟 ㅤ On this day, Jackie Robinson made history by becoming the first African American to play Major League Baseball when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers. 🎉 ㅤ In his groundbreaking rookie season, Robinson showcased his incredible talent, leading the league in stolen bases and earning the well-deserved title of Rookie of the Year. 🏆⚾ ㅤ Jackie Robinson's legacy transcends the baseball field, symbolizing courage, resilience…

Jsckie Robinson at Ebbets Field

Chuck Connors made his MLB debut with The Brooklyn Dodgers on May 1st 1949. He also played for the Boston Celtics - all prior to playng "The Rifleman" in the TV series of the same name.

The man, the athlete, the game changer.

Lieutenant. Jackie Robinson, U.S. Army 1944.

Jackie Robinson

"A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives."- Jackie Robinson (born on this date in 1919)

Leonard Pitts Jr.: It is, perhaps, not too far-fetched to suspect that at least some of President Barack Obama’s coolness, his professorial detachment and above-the-fray disinclination to fight back, springs from his lonely history of being a First Black. To be a First Black has historically meant to walk on eggshells, to constrain otherwise natural behaviors and responses for fear of how they will be construed. It is to know one’s actions impact not only oneself, but all those who look like…

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Celebrate one of the greatest athletes and inspirations of all time by changing all social media sites to 42. Join me in celebrating Jackie Robinson Day.

Jackie Robinson