Lesson 27 of 84 · Biographies
⭐ 30 XPRoberto Clemente: Baseball Hero and Humanitarian
Roberto Clemente was an amazing baseball player from Puerto Rico.
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Then & Now
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Roberto Clemente was an amazing baseball player from Puerto Rico. He played for the Pittsburgh Pirates and was known for his strong arm and great hitting. But he was also a kind person who helped others. After a tragic event, Roberto worked hard to help people in need, showing us that being a hero means caring for those around us.
Key Facts
Roberto Clemente played for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
He was born in Puerto Rico.
Roberto helped many people in need.
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1 of 2What team did Roberto Clemente play for?
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