For many players the opportunity to play in the Negro Leagues opened up a whole new life experience in traveling the country. However, travel was not often easy, and simple things like food, lodging, and gas were hurdles to consider in the Jim Crow era.

For many players the opportunity to play in the Negro Leagues opened up a whole new life experience in traveling the country. However, travel was not often easy, and simple things like food, lodging, and gas were hurdles to consider in the Jim Crow era.

Be a part of the history and stories of Negro Leagues baseball as told by the players themselves. From broadcaster Ron Barr's Sports Byline U.S.A. archives with narration by former NFL player and actor Bill Overton, Behind the Barrier shares stories from some of America's most popular and exciting sports leagues directly from players like Hank Aaron, Buck O'Neil, Willie Mays, and numerous others.

Be a part of the history and stories of Negro Leagues baseball as told by the players themselves. From broadcaster Ron Barr's Sports Byline U.S.A. archives with narration by former NFL player and actor Bill Overton, Behind the Barrier shares stories from some of America's most popular and exciting sports leagues directly from players like Hank Aaron, Buck O'Neil, Willie Mays, and numerous others.

Behind the Barrier: Voices from the Negro Leagues

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