Black Jockeys: The History of Americas First Sports Stars, A Journey From Chains to Reins Donkey and Mule Author Chris Irwin

Author Chris Irwin

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is a reminder of the qualities that make a real American champion

Paperback  160 pages

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Black Jockeys: The History of Americas First Sports Stars, A Journey From Chains to Reins Donkey and Mule Author Chris IrwinAuthor Bedelia Hilburn Bedelia shares what will be recognized as a proud and fundamental piece of Black American history through Chester, a young stableboy enslaved to a plantation in Kentucky. Chester introduces us to the life of America's first sports stars, our black jockeys, and a society they endured on their journey from physical chains to reigning over what was recognized as "America's Pastime." Most of the inspirational, genuine, and proud