Robinson also understood that he would be tested. One event occurred in 1944 when, as a lieutenant in the U.S. Army, Robinson was ordered by a bus driver to move to the back of the bus.

Major League Baseball legend Jackie Robinson's April 15th, 1947 debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers were heralded for the ...

Robinson was a four-sport athlete growing up and actually played football at UCLA in 1939, wearing the No 28. During Foster's interview, he had Robinson's framed football jersey in the background.

Today is Jackie Robinson Day. On April 15, in 1947, Robinson broke the color barrier, debuting for the Brooklyn Dodgers. Jackie Robinson Day is an MLB tribute dating back to 2004.

Janiah Barker has been named UCLA’s first Big Ten Jackie Robinson Community and Impact Award winner, recognized for her leadership, character and commitment to making a difference beyond the ...

LOS ANGELES — Jackie Robinson’s legacy is being celebrated around the major leagues on Tuesday, with the day named for the first Black baseball player of the modern era and marking the 78th ...

Jackie Robinson’s legacy is being celebrated around the major leagues on Tuesday, with the day named for the first Black baseball player of the modern era and marking the 78th anniversary of his ...