Babe Ruth Golfing photograph

Date1940 April 11

DescriptionA black-and-white photograph of Babe Ruth golfing. He has his arm pointed out and is gesturing towards an unidentified man who is kneeling to reach for the golf ball in a sand trap. There are six unidentified men visible in the background watching Ruth. According to the caption (not shown) this was taken on April 11, 1940 at St. Albans Golf Club, which can be seen behind some trees.

Object numberBL-1996-05433-055

Subject Ruth, Babe, 1895-1948

Attributes

Classificationsphotographic materials

Collection NumberBA PHT 012 Baseball Hall of Famers photographic materials

Dimensions9.5 x 7.5 in.

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