Today in Reds History: Chuck Harmon, Frank Robinson debut
On this date in Cincinnati Reds history we saw the debuts of both Chuck Harmon, the teams first African American player, and Frank Robinson, just two years apart.
The Chuck Harmon I Knew
Fresh out of law school in 1995, my first law job was as a clerk at the First District, Ohio Court of Appeals. I worked there for two years—from May 1995 to May 1997. Chuck was the bailiff there during that time, and it gave me an opportunity to talk to him any time I wanted. With the stories he told, wow, I sure wanted.
Reds Chuck Harmon passes away
The Cincinnati Reds first African-American player Chuck Harmon passed away at the age of 94.
Happy Pioneer Day | Chris Garber
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