Henry Chadwick
Historian and author on baseball
Born
October 5th, 1824
200 years ago
Died
1908
117 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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Contributed significantly to the development of baseball as a sport in America. Played a pivotal role in the early organization of baseball statistics and the establishment of the game's historical narrative. Authored several books that detailed the history and rules of baseball, putting emphasis on the sport's evolution in the 19th century. His work laid the foundation for modern sports journalism and statistical analysis in baseball.
Wrote 'The Baseball Chronicle'
Helped establish baseball statistics
Contributed to baseball's historical narrative
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