SearchJackie Robinson was a great American, a great sportsman and hero to many people. This detailed biography takes you through his life and career.
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The Legend
From his early days in Georgia to his ground-breaking career.
A Long Career
After a career in major league baseball where he was not only a star player but also responsible for integrating the sport, he went on to become a major leader in the fight for civil rights. His celebrity status and career as a writer for the New York Post helped him to work towards better race relations and human rights in the United States.
Branch Rickey
Branch Rickey was the general manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers who signed Robinson and guided him in dealing with all the fallout from being the first African American player. It would not have worked unless the two men fully understood what would happen at that time.
