Oscar McKinley Charleston

Oscar McKinley Charleston

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Oscar McKinley Charleston | SIZE: 14" x 21"

  • "Hoosier Comet"
  • Born in Indianapolis, Indiana Oct. 14, 1896 - died Oct. 6, 1954
  • Served 3 years in the US Army
  • Began playing career with the Indianapolis ABC's
  • Lifetime batting average .339
  • 3x East-West All-Star selection
  • Considered as the greatest centerfielder and one of the most reliable sluggers in black baseball
  • Played in the inaugural Negro National League Double-Header on May 20, 1920
  • Inducted to Baseball Hall of Fame in 1976