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A mini video biography of Jackie Robinson

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Jackie Robinson's picture as a child.

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Jackie Robinson earned Rookie of the Year in 1947.

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Jackie playing basketball in college.

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Jackie Robinson was born in a time when African-Americans had little freedom. He pushed against the injustices he was dealt and rose to be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. This is a timeline of his life and achievements.

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* When Jackie was little his mom and dad were sharecroppers.
* He went to UCLA college.
* Jackie was the first African American to get a varsity letter in 4 sports.

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Did you know Jackie Robinson was the first African American to play professional baseball? Jackie began his career with the Kansas city Monarchs, a team in the negro league. Later that year, he accepted an invitation from Branch Rickey, the manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers, to play for the Dodgers.  In his first year with the Dodgers, this amazing athlete excelled! Jackie blasted 12 home runs and his talent helped the team secure the National League Pennant in 1947.  That year he was named Rookie of the Year. This talented ballplayer continued his success with an impressive batting average of .342 and an amazing fielding percentage of .911.  In 1949, Jackie also led the league in stolen bases (29) and became the National League's MVP.  He was named to play on the all-star team six times!  In 1956, Jackie retired, but his efforts opened the door for future African Americans to play professional baseball.  This baseball superstar was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1956.  His number was later retired on June 4, 1972.  In 1984, Jackie was awarded with a Presidential Medal of Freedom for his actions as a civil rights activist both on and off the field. While he was playing, he encouraged people to treat others equally. In 1999, he was added into an MLB All Star Century Team. His legacy lives on today, and he is still one of baseball's most celebrated players.

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January 31, 1919- October 24, 1972

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Jackie Robinson was born January  31, 1919 in Cairo, Georgia. His father deserted the family when Jackie was only six months old! His family moved to a white neighborhood in California. Families threatened to call the cops on the Robinsons because they were black and none of the children would play with Jackie.  As a result, he turned his attention to sports like his older brother Mark. Jackie shined in basketball, football, track, and of course baseball.