On our latest episode of The Mission, football historian Jim Stoner discusses the life and legacy of football pioneer, Charles Follis. Follis was the first black professional football player in America. Full Episode: bit.ly/HOFMissionEp82 The Black Cyclone: The Charles Follis Story | Pro Football Hall of Fame
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On our latest episode of The Mission, football historian Jim Stoner discusses the life and legacy of football pioneer, Charles Follis. Follis was the first black professional football player in America. Full Episode: bit.ly/HOFMissionEp82 The Black Cyclone: The Charles Follis Story | Pro Football Hall of Fame
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Charles Follis - Alchetron, The Free Social Encyclopedia
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16 years before the NFL began in 1920, Charles Follis became the first African American player to pro football when he was paid to play for a team called the Shelby Blues. #BlackHistoryMonth Full Story: https://profootballhof.me/Cyclone | Pro Football Hall of Fame
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16 years before the NFL began in 1920, Charles Follis became the first African American player to pro football when he was paid to play for a team called the Shelby Blues. #BlackHistoryMonth Full Story: https://profootballhof.me/Cyclone | Pro Football Hall of Fame
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Charles Follis made history, but do you know his name? The first Black pro football player AND the first college catcher to reach the Negro Leagues—his impact on sports is undeniable. Let’s talk about it. #explorepage #NFL #Baseball #SportsHistory #BlackHistory #Football #NegroLeagues | Kevin Pearce
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Charles Follis made history, but do you know his name? The first Black pro football player AND the first college catcher to reach the Negro Leagues—his impact on sports is undeniable. Let’s talk about it. #explorepage #NFL #Baseball #SportsHistory #BlackHistory #Football #NegroLeagues | Kevin Pearce
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Charles Follis's sports life started in Wooster
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Honoring the Black Cyclone: Charles Follis Day recognizes 1st Black pro football player
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Charles Follis (1879–1910) was a trailblazing athlete who became the first Black professional football player, signing with the Shelby Athletic Club (Ohio) in 1904—decades before the NFL’s integration. Known as the "Black Cyclone" for his speed and skill, he faced rampant racism on and off the field, yet paved the way for future generations of Black players in a segregated sport. 📚📕✊🏽 📙 Visit our Black History Book Store - https://rebrand.ly/FBBookShop #blackexcellist #blackhistory | Black E
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Charles Follis (1879–1910) was a trailblazing athlete who became the first Black professional football player, signing with the Shelby Athletic Club (Ohio) in 1904—decades before the NFL’s integration. Known as the "Black Cyclone" for his speed and skill, he faced rampant racism on and off the field, yet paved the way for future generations of Black players in a segregated sport. 📚📕✊🏽 📙 Visit our Black History Book Store - https://rebrand.ly/FBBookShop #blackexcellist #blackhistory | Black E
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In celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth and with today (2/3) being Charles Follis Day, we honor Follis in being the first African-American professional football player. Watch to learn about the relationship between Follis and Branch Rickey. Brach Rickey was instrumental in breaking Major League Baseball's color barrier by signing Jackie Robinson. | Pro Football Hall of Fame
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🏈Ohio Black History Moment🏈 Who was Charles W. Follis? Learn more via the link in our bio and stay tuned for more Ohio Black History Moments with our School and Inclusive Community Programs Coordinator, Valerie Boyer. #ohiohistory #blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #charlesfollis #football | Ohio History Connection
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In honor of the #SuperBowl this weekend, we celebrate Charles Follis, the first black professional American football player. "Remember to thank him when you're watching the game on Sunday." | The View
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The Mission - Episode 82 feat. Football Historian Jim Stoner on the career of Charles Follis
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Typical Day In History February 3rd, 1879 Charles Follis is born #typicaldayinhistory #chicagohistory #sportshistory #thisdayinhistory #footballhistory | Typical Chicago Fans
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