The Court-Martial of Jackie Robinson

The Baseball Legend's Battle for Civil Rights during World War II

Auteurs

• Michael Lee Lanning

Paramètres

• Pages: 296 pages
• Temps de lecture: 11 heures

• Baseball
• Histoire
• Nonfiction

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Set against the backdrop of World War II, the story highlights a pivotal moment in Jackie Robinson's life when he defied segregation on a U.S. Army bus. Court-martialed for his stand, this incident not only showcased his courage but also shaped his future as a groundbreaking athlete. Celebrated for his talents in track and football, Robinson's refusal to accept injustice positioned him as the ideal figure to break Major League Baseball's color barrier, ultimately altering the course of sports history and civil rights in America.

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• Année de publication: 2022
• Reliure: (souple)