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Effa Manley: Pioneering Woman in Baseball & Champion of Civil Rights
February 10, 2025
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Watch the story of Effa Manley, a trailblazing sports executive and civil rights champion, and her indelible mark on baseball history.
Effa Manley stands out as the only African American woman recognized in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. As the co-owner and general manager of the Newark Eagles, Manley was not only pivotal in managing one of the most professional teams in the Negro Leagues but also used her influence for civil rights advocacy. This video details her innovative contributions to baseball and her strategic social efforts, including the successful 'Don't buy where you can't work' campaign, which opened new job opportunities for African Americans. Her legacy is permanently honored in Cooperstown, symbolizing both her business acumen and her dedication to justice and equality in sports and beyond.
