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  • Jackie Mitchell: The Girl Who Struck Out Babe Ruth
    Jun 18 2024

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    In this episode, we uncover the inspiring journey of Jackie Mitchell, a talented pitcher who, at the age of 17, achieved fame for her remarkable skills on the mound. Known for her left-handed pitching prowess, Jackie Mitchell made headlines when she struck out two baseball legends, Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig, during an exhibition game in 1931.

    Join us as we celebrate Jackie Mitchell's legacy, her impact on baseball history, and the enduring inspiration of her achievements. Whether you're a baseball enthusiast, a history buff, or simply curious about remarkable individuals who defy expectations, this episode promises to be both educational and uplifting.

    Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn about Jackie Mitchell's remarkable journey and the lasting influence of her contributions to sports and gender equality. Tune in to "Kids in History" and discover the story of Jackie Mitchell, a true pioneer in the annals of American sports history.

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    15 mins
  • Joe Nuxhall - The youngest professional baseball player
    Aug 2 2022

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    On this episode we tell the story of how Joe Nuxhall became the youngest person to ever play in a professional baseball game.

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    17 mins
  • Claudette Colvin Part 2
    Jul 19 2022

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    Claudette Colvin is an American pioneer of the 1950 civil rights movement and retired nurse aide. Now what she is known for… our I should say not known for, is on March 2, 1955, she was arrested at the age of 15 in Montgomery, Alabama, for refusing to give up her seat to a white woman on a, segregated bus 9 month before Rosa Parks.

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    References:

    https://www.npr.org/2009/03/15/101719889/before-rosa-parks-there-was-claudette-colvin

    Book - Claudette Colvin - Twice Towards Justice by Phillip Hoose

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    25 mins
  • Claudette Colvin Part 1
    Jul 12 2022

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    Claudette Colvin is an American pioneer of the 1950 civil rights movement and retired nurse aide. Now what she is known for… our I should say not known for, is on March 2, 1955, she was arrested at the age of 15 in Montgomery, Alabama, for refusing to give up her seat to a white woman on a, segregated bus 9 month before Rosa Parks.


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    References:

    https://www.npr.org/2009/03/15/101719889/before-rosa-parks-there-was-claudette-colvin

    Book - Claudette Colvin - Twice Towards Justice by Phillip Hoose

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    34 mins
  • John Lincoln Clem - Johnny Shiloh
    Aug 31 2021

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    Johnny was only 10 years old when join to fight for the Union during the Civil War. He is the youngest soldier ever to become a noncommissioned officer in the U.S. Army, and became known as the “Drummer Boy of Chickamauga.”


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    References:

    https://www.battlefields.org/learn/biographies/john-clem

    https://www.civilwarrailroadtunnel.com/2020/05/22/john-lincoln-clem-child-soldier/

    https://www.americanhistorycentral.com/entries/john-lincoln-clem-facts/

    https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/kidspost/drummer-boys-played-important-roles-in-the-civil-war-and-some-became-soldiers/2012/01/31/gIQA3cKzRR_story.html

    Song: The Drummer Boy of Shiloh; Artist Douglas Jimerson

    MARCHING TO THE DRUMS: A HISTORY OF MILITARY DRUMS AND DRUMMERS

    Author(s) : NORRIS John


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    27 mins
  • Calvin Graham - Youngest American to serve in WWII
    Aug 16 2021

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    For our every first episode we discuss the life of Calvin Leon Graham. The youngest American to serve in WWII. We follow his heroic journey from how he was able to enlist at such a young age, to the naval battle of Guadalcanal, and the obstacles he had to overcome once he returned home.

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    28 mins
  • Kids In History
    Jul 27 2021

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    We are a history podcast for kids and about kids. Each episode my son and I will tell an inspirational story about a kid in history who has done something amazing. Our goal is to not only introduce kids to history but to inspire kids to challenge themselves to be great and dream big.

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    3 mins