The Boys of ’62 Transcending the Racial Divide (2nd Limited Edition)
A remarkable story of dedication, perseverance in sport and racial harmony when racial intolerance and social upheaval dominated the North American landscape. Three new chapters: Roy Hobb’s World Series, Lt. Governor’s reception & Sport Hall of Fame about this celebrated team. A Nova Scotia Baseball Hall of Fame team with 55 years in sport and as role models within their communities; nominated for Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame for 2010. One of the first truly racially integrated sports teams in Canada; comprised of an equal number of black (African Canadian) and white players, they transcended racial barriers and dominated junior baseball in the summer of 1962, but more importantly dedicated themselves to succeeding generations of youth, earning the respect and support of their community and province. This is a story of that Hall of Fame team and each of its members.
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The LIMITED SECOND EDITION covers the years 2008-9 involving the Roy Hobb’s World Series of Baseball in Florida (Classic Division, 2008) the Lieutenant Governor’s Reception (February, 2009). This edition has over 40 biographies and 90 additional photographs The number of copies available for sale is limited and it will soon be moved into the RARE category.
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The Boys of ’62 Transcending the Racial Divide
This is a remarkable story of dedication, perseverance and racial harmony at a time when racial intolerance and social upheaval dominated the North American landscape.
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Comprised of an equal number of black (African Canadian) and white players, they transcended racial barriers and dominated junior baseball in the summer of 1962, but more importantly dedicated themselves to succeeding generations of youth, earning the respect and support of their community and province. This is a story of that Hall of Fame team and each of its members.
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