How Baseball Became America's Independence Day Tradition

Baseball has been synonymous with Independence Day for over a century, often hailed as America's favorite pastime. This episode of Everyday Heroes delves into the historical moment when Lou Gehrig, the Iron Horse of baseball, gave his famous farewell speech amid a battle with ALS on July 4, 1939, at Yankee Stadium. It further explores how baseball stars like Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams paused their careers to serve in wars, embodying the spirit of what is often referred to as the Greatest Generation. This narrative not only reflects on the past heroes of the baseball diamond but also honors the tradition of patriotism linked with the sport.