JACKIE ROBINSON
by Kei'jhariah Varnado
Fact 1
In 1982, Jackie became the first major leaguer. Jackie was 28 when he broke into the Major Leagues.
Fact 2
He was born in Cairo, Georgia.
Fact 3
He was the first African American to play major league baseball.
Birth and Death
Born: January 31, 1919
Died: October 24, 1972