One famous athlete in Black history is Jackie Robinson. He made history in 1947 by becoming the first African American to play Major League Baseball in the modern era. Robinson broke the color barrier and faced discrimination and racism throughout his career, but he persevered and became a legendary figure in sports. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962 and his number, 42, has been retired by all Major League Baseball teams in honor of his legacy. Robinson's impact went beyond the baseball field, as he used his platform to advocate for civil rights and equality.