WWII: BASEBALL, 1943. George Stovall, former manager of the Cleveland Indians, and Vince DiMaggio

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WWII: BASEBALL, 1943. George Stovall, former manager of the Cleveland Indians, and Vince DiMaggio

WWII: BASEBALL, 1943.
George Stovall, former manager of the Cleveland Indians, and Vince DiMaggio, former Pittsburgh Pirate, playing baseball during their lunchbreak at the California Shipbuilding Corporation in Wilmington, California. Photograph by Ann Rosener, 1943

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1943 Baseball California Cleveland Indians Corporation George Homefront Pittsburgh Pirates Playing Rosener Shipbuilding Sliding Warehouse Wilmington Wwii Vince

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In this photograph from 1943, we witness a heartwarming moment of respite amidst the chaos of World War II. Former manager of the Cleveland Indians, George Stovall, and former Pittsburgh Pirate, Vince DiMaggio, find solace in their shared love for baseball during their lunch break at the California Shipbuilding Corporation in Wilmington. As they take to an exterior warehouse space on the West Coast, these two men embody the spirit of camaraderie and resilience that defined the homefront during wartime. The midday sun casts long shadows as Stovall slides into base with determination while DiMaggio prepares to make a play. Their passion for America's favorite pastime shines through their every move. Captured by photographer Ann Rosener, this snapshot freezes a fleeting moment where time seems to stand still. It serves as a reminder that even in times of great adversity, sports can provide an escape - however brief - from reality's hardships. This print is not just about baseball; it represents so much more. It symbolizes unity and strength in the face of uncertainty and showcases how ordinary individuals found joy amidst extraordinary circumstances. As we gaze upon this image today, let us remember those who fought both on and off the battlefield during WWII – heroes like Stovall and DiMaggio who brought hope through something as simple yet powerful as a game of baseball.

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