The Baseball Game Between the KKK and a Negro League Team

The video explores a 1925 baseball game in Wichita, Kansas, where the KKK played against an all-black team, the Wichita Monrovians. The game was a publicity stunt by the KKK to improve its image. Despite the tense racial climate, the game was peaceful and ended with the Monrovians winning. The event, largely forgotten, highlights the potential for sports to bridge racial divides. The video also touches on the broader impact of sports on race relations, referencing Jackie Robinson's historic MLB debut.

How did the KKK's actions during the game reflect their broader societal attitudes?

What was the reaction of the media to the KKK vs. Wichita Monrovians game?

What does the game between the KKK and the Wichita Monrovians reveal about race relations in the 1920s?