Bob Broeg
Soldier and journalist, St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Born
1918
107 years ago
Died
Category
Journalists & Writers
Country
United States
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Served in the U.S. Army during World War II and later became a prominent sports journalist. Worked primarily for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, where coverage of baseball and local sports gained recognition. Contributed to the discussion of numerous significant sports events and authored multiple articles on the subject. His writing style and insights into baseball resonated with the audience, making him a noteworthy figure in sports journalism.
Covered St. Louis Cardinals baseball
Won several awards for sports journalism
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