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Book

The all-American girls after the AAGPBL : how playing pro ball shaped their lives

Call Number

  • 796.35764 W7247 (CEN, OSH)

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Publication Information

Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Company, Inc., [2017]

Physical Description

ix, 180 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Summary

"The AAGPBL's greater mission was saving America's pastime as millions of men fought in World War II. As teachers, coaches and role models, they strove to broaden the horizons of girls and young women. Many continued to be involved in athletics, supporting the efforts leading to Title IX and the women's sports revolution"--

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