Description
This class will examine the rich history of baseball, beginning with the infamous Black Sox scandal and the rise of Babe Ruth in 1920. We will explore the game’s development through the Great Depression, its role during World War II, and the significant changes in the post-war era. The course will conclude with an in-depth look at the second expansion era and the advent of divisional play in 1969, highlighting key players, memorable moments, and the evolution of the sport over five dynamic decades.