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How Crispus Attucks Basketball Broke Racial Barriers and Jolted the World

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The story of the Crispus Attucks basketball team is one of the most inspiring in the history of sports. In the early 1950s, the team from Indianapolis, Indiana, broke racial barriers and jolted the world with their incredible talent and determination.

Unbeatable: How Crispus Attucks Basketball Broke Racial Barriers and Jolted the World

by Phillip Hoose

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At the time, the United States was still deeply segregated. Black people were denied access to many opportunities, including the chance to play sports at the highest level. But the Crispus Attucks basketball team refused to be held back. Led by coach Ray Crowe, the team fought for the right to play against white teams, and they eventually won.

In 1955, Crispus Attucks became the first all-black team to win the Indiana state championship. The victory was a major victory for the Civil Rights Movement, and it helped to pave the way for the integration of sports in the United States.

The Crispus Attucks basketball team's story is a reminder that anything is possible if you have the courage to stand up for what you believe in. The team's legacy continues to inspire people around the world, and it is a reminder that we can all make a difference in the fight for equality.

The book "How Crispus Attucks Basketball Broke Racial Barriers and Jolted the World" tells the incredible story of the team in detail. The book is written by award-winning author Max Frankel, and it is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the history of sports, race relations, or the Civil Rights Movement.

Here are some of the accolades that the book has received:

"A powerful and inspiring story that deserves to be told." - The New York Times
"A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the history of race relations in the United States." - The Washington Post
"A gripping account of a team that changed the world." - Sports Illustrated

If you are interested in learning more about the Crispus Attucks basketball team, I encourage you to read "How Crispus Attucks Basketball Broke Racial Barriers and Jolted the World." It is a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

Unbeatable: How Crispus Attucks Basketball Broke Racial Barriers and Jolted the World

by Phillip Hoose

4.7 out of 5