Atlanta Black Crackers Black Leather Baseball Cap
Step into history with the Atlanta Black Crackers Leather Baseball Cap. This authentic, licensed merchandise, authorized by the Negro League Baseball Museum, is a tribute to one of the most iconic teams in Negro Leagues history. Made from 100% black leather to ensure premium quality and durability.
The cap features intricate embroidery which adds to its elegance and longevity. The front proudly displays “Atlanta Black Crackers” and “Est 1924,” commemorating the team’s rich history in the Negro Southern League.
On one side of the cap, you’ll find the Atlanta Black Crackers logo, adding a touch of nostalgia and pride. The back features the inspiring phrase, “Discover Greatness.” This phrase serves as a reminder of the remarkable talent that emerged from the Negro Leagues despite the adversities the players faced on and off the field and encourages everyone to learn more about the players and the Negro Leagues itself.
Adding to its uniqueness, the cap’s adjustable velcro strap is embroidered with “NLBM” in red which represents the Negro League Baseball Museum. The brim of the cap elegantly carries the words “Negro Leagues” in script, further honoring the league’s significant contribution to baseball history.
This cap is not just an accessory; it’s a wearable piece of history. Wear this cap to honor the legacy of the Atlanta Black Crackers and the groundbreaking athletes of the Negro Leagues.
The Atlanta Black Crackers were a prominent team in the annals of Negro League Baseball, representing the city of Atlanta with pride. The team was founded as the Atlanta Cubs in 1919 by a group of black college students from local educational institutions such as Morehouse College and Clark College. In the summer of 1919, the team made an official name change to the Atlanta Black Crackers, as they were commonly referred to by locals due to the presence of the Atlanta Crackers, the local White team.
The Black Crackers became members of the Negro Southern League in 1920. They operated in the Negro Southern League from 1920 until 1936 and were members of the Negro American League from 1936 until 1938. Though they were inactive from 1938 until 1943 they were revived in 1943 and active again from 1943 until 1949. Despite periods of inactivity, the Atlanta Black Crackers did leave a significant imprint on the history of baseball in Atlanta and the broader Negro Leagues.
The team enjoyed its most success on the field and financially under the ownership and management of John Harden. John Harden was a successful entrepreneur, born in Atlanta, and remembered as the owner of the Atlanta Black Crackers, owner of the Negroist Motorist Green Book listed location, Harden’s Service Station on Auburn Ave, and for becoming a partial owner of the New York Black Yankees.
Some of the notable players for the Atlanta Black Crackers include:
- James “Red” Moore: An exceptional first baseman known for his defensive skills, Moore was a standout player for the Atlanta Black Crackers. He also had a successful stint with the Newark Eagles.
- Rafael Almeida: A Cuban player who was part of the Black Crackers in 1916, Almeida later went on to play in Major League Baseball. He was one of the first Latin American players to appear in the major leagues.
- John Bissant: An outfielder who played for the Black Crackers, Bissant later joined the Chicago American Giants where he became an All-Star in the Negro Leagues.
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