Jackie Robinson was the first African American to play in MLB. He was born in 1919 and grew up with 3 brothers and 1 sister. Robinson excelled in multiple sports in high school and college. In 1946, he joined the Dodgers after their owner Branch Rickey recruited him, making him the first black player in MLB despite facing discrimination. Robinson retired in 1956 and had 3 children. He broke baseball's color barrier and paved the way for future generations of African American baseball players.

1. Jackie Robinson

2. Jackie Robinson was the first African
American to play MLB

3. Childhood
Born on January 31,1919
Father: Jerry Robinson
Mother:Mallie Robinson
Brothers:Edgar,Frank, and Mack
Sister: Willa Mae

4. School and pre-MLB
When Jackie went to
high school he played
lots of sports.
He went to UCLA and
played:baseball,
basketball,football,and
track

5. Joining the dodgers
In 1946, Jackie met Branch Rickey, the owner of the dodgers. He
was discriminated because of his skin but he still kept playing.

6. Retirement and after career
He retired in 1956
He has 3 kids named
Jackie jr., Sharon, and
David

7. Credits
http://factmonster.com . Goto people
and look up Jackie Robinson

8. Thanks for watching!