Joe Abreu
Baseball player and soldier
Born
May 24th, 1913
112 years ago
Died
1993
32 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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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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