Charlie Lewis facts for kids

Charles Lewis was an American baseball player. He played as a shortstop in the Negro leagues during the 1920s. Lewis was born in Fredericksburg, Virginia, and lived there his whole life.

Who Was Charles Lewis?

Charles Lewis was born on January 3, 1907. His hometown was Fredericksburg, Virginia. He passed away in Fredericksburg on January 18, 1972. He was 65 years old when he died.

Playing Baseball

Lewis played baseball in the Negro leagues. These were special baseball leagues for African-American players. They existed during a time when major league baseball was segregated. This meant Black players could not play in the same leagues as white players.

In 1926, Charles Lewis played for a team called the Lincoln Giants. He played the position of shortstop. This is a key defensive position on the baseball field. It is located between second and third base.

Lewis played in nine recorded games for the Lincoln Giants. During these games, he got 11 hits. He had 39 chances to bat. The 1926 season was his only recorded year playing in the Negro leagues.