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42 Facts About Jackie Robinson

Jackie Robinson broke the baseball color line in 1947 and became the first African American to play on a major sports team.

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Jackie Robinson turns 100 and MLB, New York City plan to party

Jackie Robinson, who became the first African American to play Major League Baseball breaking the color barrier with the Brooklyn Dodgers, turned 100 years old on Thursday.

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Remembering Jackie Robinson's first 10 days in Major League Baseball

How Jackie Robinson survived a torrent of pressure and prejudice in his first ten days as Major League Baseball's first black player.

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Why Jackie Robinson’s Legacy Matters Today | TIME

His life is a reminder that stamping out racism and injustice is a full-time job that requires constant vigilance and unyielding activism