October 10
October 10, 1917
Thelonious Monk Born
Born October 10, 1917, Thelonious Monk developed an entirely original approach to jazz piano. His angular melodies and use of dissonance influenced generations of musicians. Compositions like "Round Midnight" and "Straight, No Chaser" are jazz standards.
People: Thelonious Monk
Sources
1. Thelonious Monk - National Park Service2. Thelonious Monk - Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and CultureOctober 10, 1956
Jackie Robinson's Final World Series Game
On October 10, 1956, Jackie Robinson played his last game as a Brooklyn Dodger in Game 7 of the World Series against the New York Yankees. He retired from baseball rather than accept a trade.
People: Jackie Robinson
Sources
1. Jackie Robinson - National Baseball Hall of Fame and MuseumOctober 10, 1948
Satchel Paige Pitches in World Series
On October 10, 1948, Satchel Paige pitched for the Cleveland Indians in the World Series at age 42, becoming the first African American pitcher to appear in a World Series game. He had spent decades starring in the Negro Leagues.
People: Satchel Paige
Sources
1. Satchel Paige - National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum2. Satchel Paige - The Official Site of Major League Baseball3. Satchel Paige: The First African American Pitcher in the World Series - PBSLink copied!
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