January 31. Jackie Robinson born 1919.

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January 31. Jackie Robinson born 1919.Jackie Robinson suffered greatly. Once in a while a camera could catch him alonewith his thoughts, as happened in this photograph. Caught by surprise around 1950 while filling out a newspaper form, there is much to be read in his expression. Candid shots tell the truth.

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January 31. Jackie Robinson born 1919.

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