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April 15, 1997: Jackie Robinson's Number Retired
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42' offers plenty of worthwhile history lessons
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April 15, 1997: Jackie Robinson's Number Retired
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April 15, 1997: Jackie Robinson's Number Retired
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42 depicts Jackie Robinson's struggles as MLB marks baseball
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42 depicts Jackie Robinson's struggles as MLB marks baseball
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Never forget 42 MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson Day
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42' offers plenty of worthwhile history lessons
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Former Dodger Ralph Branca believes '42' hits home run on Jackie
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42 facts about Jackie Robinson to celebrate the 75th anniversary
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Racial Integration in Major League Baseball
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