August 27, 1918 – Talk about putting one’s country above self, and sacrificing. Baseball legend, Christy Mathewson resigned as the Cincinnati Reds manager in order to accept a commission as a captain in the chemical warfare branch of the US Army. America was embroiled in World War I at the time in Europe.
To find more great daily sports history make sure to check out the Sports Jersey Dispatch and Pigskin Dispatch.
![Ty Cobb & Christy Mathewson, New York, NL during World Series (baseball)[1911] from the Bain News Service](https://sportshistorynetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Ty_Cobb__Christy_Mathewson_1911-300x267.jpg)
More From Sports History Network
Breaking Barriers: 5 Pioneering Trainers of the Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby, often called “The Most Exciting Two Minutes In Sports,” is not
The Historical Impact of the Champions League on Modern Betting Trends
The UEFA Champions League has captivated soccer fans worldwide and transformed the landscape of
Bucky Lew: The Man Who Single-Handedly Integrated Every Single Role In Pro Hoops
As the man who single-handedly integrated every single role in pro hoops, Harry “Bucky”
The Joy of Collecting Sports Memorabilia
I began collecting sports memorabilia around 1968 or 1969, mostly football and baseball cards.
Discussing the 1975 AFC Championship Game
On January 4, 1976, the Oakland Raiders traveled into Three Rivers Stadium to take on the Pittsburgh Steelers for the championship of the American Football Conference.
A Historical Look at Blackjack Tournaments
Blackjack tournaments are making waves in gambling circles nowadays. Unlike blackjack games in land-based
Ugly Passers, Brick Walls, and Feisty Cardinals
Since the Arizona Cardinals are the NFL’s oldest team, with roots extending back to
The Biggest Comebacks In WNBA History
The WNBA has had its fair share of memorable moments over the years. And