Henry Milton facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Henry Milton |
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| Outfielder | |||
| Born: June 2, 1912 Winona, Mississippi |
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| Died: June 25, 1943 (aged 31) Crown Point, Indiana |
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| 1932, for the Indianapolis ABCs | |||
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| 1940, for the Kansas City Monarchs | |||
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Henry William Milton (born June 2, 1912 – died June 25, 1943) was a talented American baseball player. People often called him "Streak" because he was so fast. He played as an outfielder in the Negro leagues from 1932 to 1940.
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Early Life and Education
Henry Milton was born in Winona, Mississippi. He grew up and went to Washington High School in East Chicago, Indiana. After high school, he attended Wiley College. While at college, Henry also played college football.
Baseball Career Highlights
Henry Milton started his professional baseball career in 1932. His first team was the Indianapolis ABCs. He later joined the famous Kansas City Monarchs. He played with the Monarchs for six seasons.
All-Star Achievements
Henry Milton was a very popular player. He was chosen to play in the East–West All-Star Game five times. This was a special game where the best players from the East and West teams of the Negro leagues competed. He played in this exciting game every year from 1936 to 1940.
Later Life and Legacy
Henry Milton's baseball career ended in 1940. He sadly passed away in 1943 at the age of 31. He died in Crown Point, Indiana, from an illness called spinal meningitis. Even though his career was short, Henry "Streak" Milton is remembered as a great player from the Negro leagues.
