Jackie Robinson
Robinson rose from poor beginnings to cross baseball's color barrier and become a national hero. Robinson used his reputation to fight discrimination on and off the field, angering fans, the press, and even teammates who had praised him for "turning the other cheek." After baseball, he was a widely-read newspaper columnist, controversial political crusader, and persistent civil rights advocate. Later, diabetes ruined his body and a new generation of leaders chose a more militant direction for the cause.
Released: 2016-04-11
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Documentary