Joe Abreu

Baseball player and soldier

Joe Abreu - Baseball player and soldier
Born

May 24th, 1913
111 years ago

Died

1993
32 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

Links & References

Played Major League Baseball primarily as a first baseman. Played for the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Chicago White Sox across several seasons. Served in the military during World War II, contributing to the war effort while maintaining a sports career. Continued to participate in baseball after military service, making significant contributions to the sport.

Played for the Pittsburgh Pirates

Played for the Chicago White Sox

Served in World War II

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