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Essay / Racial Discrimination in Film 42 By Jackie Robinson
An African-American man who faced racism and insults towards white people. He was born in Cairo, Georgia. But because his family was African-American, he faced poverty, which led him to experience difficult times during his childhood. In 1920, the Robinson family decided to move to Pasadena, California. When he went to school, Jackie was spotted by a school coach. In high school, Jackie was proficient in most sports, such as baseball, football, etc. After graduating from high school, Jackie went to college in Pasadena. Two years later, he entered UCLA. But because of his skin color, the professional team did not spot him on their team. Additionally, many sports teams were broken up between 1930 and 1940. In 1941, he left UCLA and helped his mother. However, Jackie must join the army for World War II. After he returned in early 1945, the Kansas City Monarchs spotted him and decided to pursue baseball as a career. But since he didn't play as a professional baseball player, he had to get used to playing. However, Jackie already possessed all the abilities necessary for baseball. During the season, the Boston Redsox offered him a contract. However, due to the racist action of white people, the agreement failed. Many sports teams have also attempted to transfer African-American players to the major leagues. However, he decided to be traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers. During the game (at the Dodgers), he received many insults from the other players. However, he endures the