America's Pastime

Often referred to as “America’s Pastime,” few images conjure up a sense of warm summer days more than baseball - the crack of the bat, the smell of popcorn, and the cheer from adoring crowds.  American baseball has been there throughout our nation’s history – from the Civil War to civil rights, from World Wars to 9/11.  One could argue that no other sport in our nation’s history has helped heal our wounds or celebrate our victories, as much as baseball has.  The traditions that baseball was built on have transcended both time and generations.  One tradition has become synonymous with baseball and eventually sports, as a whole.  Find out more on this episode of the Missing Chapter.