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What stressful events did rickey tell Robinson he would face in the major leagues?
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How Branch Rickey influenced Jackie Robinson's life?
Branch Rickey was a very unique man. Also, many people in major leagues tried to make the mixed races play together no one succeeded until Brooklyn Dodger's general manager Branch Rickey tried his "great experiment". Rickey wanted a man who would restrain himself from responding to the ugliness of racial hatred that was likely to come. In 1945, Baseball changed forever when Rickey and Robinson of the Negro League's Kansas City Monarchs agreed to a contract that would bring Robinson into the major leagues in 1947. Rickey also selected Robinson to be the first Africa-American to play in the baseball majors.
Which is a characteristic that rICKEY must have valued in Robinson?
Rickey valued Robinson's talent and ability as a baseball player. He also valued Robinson's character and ability to handle pressure and discrimination with grace and dignity. Additionally, Rickey appreciated Robinson's strong work ethic and determination to succeed.
What person hired Jackie Robinson?
Branch Rickey
What did Rickey want Robinson to do if players or fans harassed or insulted him?
Rickey made Robinson promise not to retaliate for two years, after which he as free to react as he liked, as with any other player.
Who are the main characters of the book Jackie Robinson An American dream?
Jackie Robinson and Branch Rickey
Was the major leagues only for white people?
Yes, until Branch Rickey found Jacky Robinson. He started playing with the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1946. Actually, Robinson played the 1946 season with the Dodgers' Montreal farm club in the AAA International League. He joined the Dodgers for the 1947 season.
Who is the guy that got Jackie Robinson on the dogers?
Branch Rickey
Why was branch rickey concerned about Jackie Robinson character?
caca
Who asked Jackie Robinson to join the dodgers?
they though that Jackie was a good player they though that Jackie was a good player
What is the value of a Jackie Robinson and Branch Rickey signed baseball?
ALOT
What is Jackie Robinson coach name?
Jackie Robinson's coaches names were Clyde Sukeforth andBurt Shotton
Why Jackie Robinson became famous?
in 1947 he signed a paper with branch rickey
