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The trailblazing all-Black baseball team that made history

May 14, 2025
Heidi Jacobs, a University of Windsor librarian and author, discusses her book on the Chatham Coloured All-Stars' historic 1934 season. Blake Harding shares personal stories from his father, enhancing the narrative of racial challenges in sports. Dorothy Wright Wallace highlights the team's significant role in shaping community identity and resilience. Together, they celebrate the All-Stars' achievements while addressing the social dynamics of their time, ultimately emphasizing the team's lasting impact on Black history in Canada.
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