Cincinnati on Field and Court The Sports Legacy of the Queen City

Sports are a key expression of civic identity along the Ohio River and are a large part of any discussion of Cincinnati's heritage. With numerous vintage photos, this volume covers the time period from the 19th century when German immigrants formed the first American Turner societies for athletic training, and professional baseball developed to the current age of new ballparks and sports celebrities. Included are professional teams like the Reds, Bengals, and Royals; legendary figures like Pete Rose, Oscar Robertson, and Ezzard Charles; dramatic moments like the 1919 World Series, the courageous story of Maurice Stokes, and the Olympic achievements of Dehart Hubbard; and social issues like the impact of women's sports and racial segregation and integration.