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In which year did Jackie Robinson break the color barrier in Major League Baseball?
Answer
1947
Jackie Robinson signed with the Brooklyn Dodgers and broke Major League Baseball's color barrier in 1947, becoming the first African American player in the major leagues in the modern era. This historic achievement marked a pivotal moment in both sports history and the broader Civil Rights Movement. Despite facing significant discrimination and racial abuse, Robinson became an outstanding player, winning the 1947 Rookie of the Year award. His success paved the way for other African American players and accelerated integration in professional baseball.
💡 Did you know?
Jackie Robinson's jersey number 42 has been permanently retired across all of MLB, making it the only number retired league-wide.
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- 1945
- 1949
- 1951
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- baseball
- history
- civil-rights
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