Behind the Barrier: Voices from the Negro Leagues

Reactions to the Barrier Breaking


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In 1947 Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball. Of course this was cause for celebration across the Negro Leagues, however for many players it was a realization that they may never get their chance to play at the highest level due to imposed quotas, discrimination, and age. 

 

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