Rachel Robinson, wife of baseball icon Jackie Robinson, embodies resilience and activism throughout her 101 years. Born in 1922, she met Jackie while studying at UCLA, and their marriage became a cornerstone of civil rights history.
As Jackie broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball, Rachel stood by him, facing discrimination with grace. Beyond her role as a supportive spouse, she became a vocal advocate for civil rights, co-founding the Jackie Robinson Foundation in 1973 to promote education and leadership among minority youth. Rachel’s legacy inspires us to stand up for justice and equality, leaving an enduring impact on American society.
