# AC572 - 4/15/1997, USA, Jackie Robinson Station, Commemorating the 50th Ann. "Breaking the Color Barrier" in Major League Baseba
Cover Honors Jackie Robinson's First Major League Game
On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson stepped onto first base as a Brooklyn Dodger and made history. He was the first African American to play in Major League Baseball. This cover commemorates the 50th anniversary of Robinson breaking the baseball color barrior. He went on to play in the Major Leagues for 10 years, played in six World Series, was an All-Star six seasons in a row, and won the National League Most Valuable Award. Since 2004, April 15 is Jackie Robinson Day in Major League Baseball, and all players wear #42, Robinson's uniform number.
This cover would be a neat addition to your baseball, sports, or American history collection. Order yours today.
Cover Honors Jackie Robinson's First Major League Game
On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson stepped onto first base as a Brooklyn Dodger and made history. He was the first African American to play in Major League Baseball. This cover commemorates the 50th anniversary of Robinson breaking the baseball color barrior. He went on to play in the Major Leagues for 10 years, played in six World Series, was an All-Star six seasons in a row, and won the National League Most Valuable Award. Since 2004, April 15 is Jackie Robinson Day in Major League Baseball, and all players wear #42, Robinson's uniform number.
This cover would be a neat addition to your baseball, sports, or American history collection. Order yours today.