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The Jackie Robinson of the NFL....
The Jackie Robinson of the NFL....
Item # 719815
March 22, 1946
THE NEW YORK TIMES, March 22, 1946
* Kenny Washington breaks the color barrier
* NFL football signs it's 1st African American player
* Los Angeles Rams
The sport's section (page 25) has a small and inconspicuous heading at the bottom of the page that reads: "Rams Sign Ken Washington" (see) Unfortunate for the small report here but still a historic 1st in this famous NYC publication.
Complete in 42 pages, rag edition in nice condition.
AI notes: Kenny Washington was a trailblazing African American football player who broke the NFL’s modern color barrier when he signed with the Los Angeles Rams in 1946, ending a 12-year ban on Black players. Before turning pro, he was a standout star at UCLA, excelling as a versatile running back and defensive back. Washington’s arrival in the NFL was historic not just for his talent but for challenging racial segregation in professional sports, paving the way for future generations of Black athletes. Despite facing significant racism and obstacles, he helped the Rams reach the NFL championship game in 1949 and left a lasting legacy as a symbol of progress and integration in American football.
Category: The 20th Century
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