This Day in History: Baseball Legend Hank Aaron Born in 1934

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Atlanta Braves' Hank Aaron eyes the flight of the ball after hitting his 715th career homer in a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Atlanta, Ga., Monday, April 8, 1974. The Atlanta Braves launched Hank Aaron Week on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, when the U.S. Postal Service dedicated a commemorative forever stamp honoring Aaron during a ceremony at Truist Park. The stamp was announced on April 8, the 50th anniversary of Aaron's record-breaking 715th home run. (AP Photo/Harry Harris, File)
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On this day (Feb. 5) in 1934, Hank Aaron, one of ‘s greatest players, was born in Mobile, Alabama.

Aaron began his career in the Negro Leagues before joining in 1954. Over 23 seasons with the Milwaukee and Atlanta Braves, and later the Milwaukee Brewers, he shattered records. Aaron set all-time records for total bases, extra-base hits, and RBIs, cementing his legacy as one of the game’s most dominant hitters.

His impact extended beyond baseball, as he endured with quiet strength while reshaping the sport. In 1982, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame, receiving one of the highest vote totals in .

Aaron’s legacy endures as a symbol of excellence and perseverance.


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