Charles England facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Charles England |
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| Born: September 6, 1921 Newton, North Carolina |
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| Died: January 23, 1999 (aged 77) Salisbury, North Carolina |
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| 1946, for the Newark Eagles | |
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| 1946, for the Newark Eagles | |
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Charles Macon England (born September 6, 1921 – died January 23, 1999) was an American pitcher in the 1940s. He played in the Negro leagues, which were professional baseball leagues for African-American players before Major League Baseball was fully integrated.
Charles England was born in Newton, North Carolina. He played for the Newark Eagles baseball team. This was a very special time for the Eagles, as they won the 1946 Negro World Series championship. Charles England passed away in Salisbury, North Carolina in 1999 when he was 77 years old.
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Who Was Charles England?
Charles England was a talented baseball player who pitched in the Negro leagues. These leagues were important because they gave African-American players a chance to play professional baseball when they were not allowed in the major leagues. Players like Charles England helped keep the spirit of baseball alive and showed amazing skill.
Playing for the Newark Eagles
In 1946, Charles England joined the Newark Eagles. This team was one of the best in the Negro leagues. That year, the Eagles had an incredible season. They worked hard and won the Negro World Series. This was a huge achievement for the team and for all the players, including Charles England.
The Negro Leagues' Importance
The Negro leagues were more than just baseball teams. They were a vital part of African-American culture and history. Many great players who were later inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame played in these leagues. Charles England was part of this important history.
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A picture of Charles England.
