The Los Angeles Dodgers decision to enshrine Jackie Robinson with a statue was a lengthy, but well-deserved process. Robinson received immortal status as the first statue in franchise history, and his widow, Rachel Robinson, other family members, and several personnel from the Dodgers organization were on hand to witness the special moment.
Robinson, who broke the color barrier in baseball during the 1947 season, resides as one of the most respected figures in history. His reach and impact extends well beyond sports. Hall-of-Fame status earned Robinson many honors well after his playing days, and his legacy has carried on since his death in 1972.