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Dream Denied:These children played on a
makeshift golf course (circa 1909).
The sport's color line would persist for many years.
Unbelievable Persistence!
From 1999 through 2007, one of the top golfers in the world was Tiger Woods (current World Ranking - 1st)- a man of color! Yet, his accomplishments pale in comparison to what it took for Blacks to play golf during the late 1800's and the struggle to play as equals up until the late 1960's! If you have ever been interested in the History of Black Golfers - begin your journey here.
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