What was happening in America exactly 100 years ago? In this annual installment of the popular Time Capsule series, historian Barry Bradford transports audiences back to 1926— the roaring heart of the Jazz Age. It was a year of glamour … Continue reading
During dismal errors of repeated failure of the Chicago Cubs, fans were often heard to exclaim “Anyone can have a bad century!” After World War II, the Cubs were, generally, a very bad baseball team! However, in this fascinating, one-of-a-kind … Continue reading
Wendell Smith: A Trailblazer in Journalism and Baseball Integration If you were a fan of the Chicago Cubs or watched WGN TV in the 1960s, you may remember Wendell Smith, the intelligent and handsome reporter who became a household … Continue reading
1947 was one of the most exciting years in American history! Baseball’s color barrier was broken when Jackie Robinson came to bat for the Brooklyn Dodgers. Even if you’re not a baseball fan, you need to recognize this is the … Continue reading
1947 was one of the most exciting years in American history! Baseball’s color barrier was broken when Jackie Robinson came to bat for the Brooklyn Dodgers. Even if you’re not a baseball fan, you need to recognize this is the … Continue reading