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Originally Posted by ronniehatesjazz
Very cool history, I always thought Sweetwater Clifton was the first. Can’t believe these guys aren’t more celebrated.
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Kenny Washington isn't a household name either.
It would have been interesting whether Jackie would be as celebrated if guys in other sports had integrated first. Who knows.
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