Historical Insights

Sports

Was there baseball during World War II? Who participated in the first Winter Olympics? And what were NASCAR’s early days like? Enjoy insights about sports in history.

Cassius Clay and Sonny Liston

In 1964, Cassius Clay (later Muhammad Ali) shocked the world by defeating Sonny Liston, launching his legendary boxing career.

Jackie Robinson Joins the Dodgers

Jackie Robinson made history in 1947 when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking the color barrier in baseball.

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