ALS, one page both sides, 8.5 x 11, Jackie Robinson letterhead, September 14, 2002. Letter answering questions about Jackie Robinson. In part, “Jackie was a gifted athlete…He was a high spirited, intelligent and extremely competitive. What impressed me most about him was his amazing self control. He had many indignities thrust upon him - In the early years he couldn’t stay in hotels with the team…name calling on the field & off - insulting & bigoted remarks - even some rough stuff on the field. He never retaliated in those early years - just quietly played his position…In 1947 there were no civil rights efforts - no legislation - no marches. The Great Experiment was a calculated risk & even Mr. Rickey couldn’t predict success. But I believe he did feel it was the right thing to do and believed good people would support it.” In fine condition. Auction LOA Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
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