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Who was the first African American athlete to play in Major League Baseball?
Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in baseball in 1947, becoming the first African American player to take the field in the league. He later took home the Rookie of the Year Award in 1947, the Most Valuable Player Award in 1949 and in 1962 became the first African American inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in baseball in 1947, becoming the first African American player to take the field in the league. He later took home the Rookie of the Year Award in 1947, the Most Valuable Player Award in 1949 and in 1962 became the first African American inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.
True or false: Serena Williams was the first African American tennis player to win a Grand Slam tournament.
False. In 1956, Althea Gibson became the first African American athlete to ever win a Grand Slam title in tennis history, paving the way for champions such as Arthur Ashe and the Williams sisters.
False. In 1956, Althea Gibson became the first African American athlete to ever win a Grand Slam title in tennis history, paving the way for champions such as Arthur Ashe and the Williams sisters.
At what age did Gabby Douglas win an Olympic gold medal in gymnastics?
At 16 years old, Gabby Douglas won the gold medal in the women's individual all-around gymnastics competition at the 2012 London Olympics, making her the first African American to do so.
At 16 years old, Gabby Douglas won the gold medal in the women's individual all-around gymnastics competition at the 2012 London Olympics, making her the first African American to do so.
In what year did the first African American golfer win the Masters Tournament?
In 1997, Tiger Woods became the first African American to win the Masters, as well as the youngest winner at 21 years old.
In 1997, Tiger Woods became the first African American to win the Masters, as well as the youngest winner at 21 years old.
Who was the first African American quarterback to win a Super Bowl?
Doug Williams made history by winning the Super Bowl XXII in 1988, becoming the first African American quarterback to win the championship. He is also the first African American quarterback to start in a Super Bowl and win the Super Bowl MVP award.
Doug Williams made history by winning the Super Bowl XXII in 1988, becoming the first African American quarterback to win the championship. He is also the first African American quarterback to start in a Super Bowl and win the Super Bowl MVP award.
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