In an era of discrimination, Jack Roosevelt Jackie Robinson broke Major League Baseball's race barrier.
Before Robinson took his place at first base, the majors discriminated against African-American athletes, denying them a chance to compete.
Despite facing harassment from fans and other players, Robinson stayed focused on the game, becoming the MLB Rookie of the Year in 1947 and later a baseball legend.
This graphic biography follows Robinson's time on semi-pro teams, his days in the US mil.
Graphic Universe (tm) Jackie robinson: athletes who made a difference, paperback/blake hoena
