Dorothy Wright Wallace
President of the Chatham-Kent Black Historical Society, providing insights into the community and the team's impact.
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May 14, 2025 • 55min
The trailblazing all-Black baseball team that made history
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.
