The National Negro League was a professional baseball league created in 1920 for African American players during the era of segregation in the United States. It is regarded as one of the most significant sports leagues in Black history. The league provided black baseball players with opportunities to showcase their talents and compete at a high level when they were barred from playing in Major League Baseball due to racist policies.

The National Negro League featured some of the best African American players of the time, including legends like Satchel Paige, Josh Gibson, and Cool Papa Bell. The league gained popularity and became a vital part of Black culture, with teams like the Homestead Grays, Kansas City Monarchs, and Chicago American Giants attracting a loyal fan base.

The league operated successfully until the late 1940s when Major League Baseball began integrating black players, leading to the decline of the Negro Leagues. In 1948, the last season of the National Negro League was played, marking the end of an era in Black baseball history.

Despite its eventual dissolution, the National Negro League and its players made significant contributions to the rich tapestry of Black history and sports. The league's legacy continues to be celebrated today through various initiatives and efforts to honor the players and their impact on American sports history.