Babe Ruth War Bond Drive photograph

Date1943 August 26

DescriptionA black-and-white photograph of Babe Ruth batting. He is finishing his swing in the batter's box and the stands are empty behind him, suggesting this is batting practice. He is wearing a post 1935 Yankees uniform. In the background, there are other players, police and photographers visible on the field.

Object numberBL-1997-00613-004

Subject Ruth, Babe, 1895-1948

Attributes

Classificationsphotographic materials

Collection NumberBA PHT 012 Hall of Famers photographic materials

Dimensions7.5 X 9.5 in.

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