Jackie Robinson: Breaking the Color Barrier

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Jackie Robinson was the first African American to play in Major League Baseball. He showed everyone that talent and hard work matter more than skin color. Jackie broke barriers and inspired people to stand up for what is right.

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1Jackie Robinson was born in 1919 in Georgia.
2He played for the Brooklyn Dodgers.
3Jackie Robinson was honored for his courage and sportsmanship.

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What did Jackie Robinson help break?

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