On April 8, 1974, Hank Aaron blasted his 715th career home run, surpassing Babe Ruth’s fabled record of 714. Amid threats and racial tension, Aaron displayed grace and resilience. His swing not only rewrote the record books but helped shift societal attitudes during a tumultuous era. The moment became a powerful symbol of perseverance and dignity in the face of adversity.
Cal Ripken Jr. Becomes Iron Man, Breaks Gehrig’s Record
On September 6, 1995, Cal Ripken Jr. surpassed Lou Gehrig’s historic record of 2,130 consecutive games played—an emblem of toughness...
