In 1949 this song, "Did You See Jackie Robinson Hit That Ball?", written and performed by Woodrow Buddy Johnson became an instant classic.

Episode 184: "Did You See Jackie Robinson Hit That Ball?"

The Black Media Archive is a multi-media collection of African and African-American history, including speeches, archival video, movies, music, and more.  It exists as a central resource of Black history in multi-media formats.

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The Black Media Archive is a multi-media collection of African and African-American history, including speeches, archival video, movies, music, and more. It exists as a central resource of Black history in multi-media formats.

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Episode 184: "Did You See Jackie Robinson Hit That Ball?"

Episode 184: "Did You See Jackie Robinson Hit That Ball?"