Archival Overview
Ross "Satchel" Davis was an American professional baseball pitcher in the Negro leagues. Celebrated internationally for distinguished contributions to sports.
Biographical Record
Ross Davis (1919–2013) was an eminent United States figure whose career in sports left an enduring mark on national and global culture. Over decades of dedicated public service and professional excellence, Ross exemplified integrity, innovation, and leadership.
Ross "Satchel" Davis was an American professional baseball pitcher in the Negro leagues. He played with the Baltimore Elite Giants in 1940, and with the Cleveland Buckeyes in 1943 and 1947. In 1940, he and Willie Hubert tossed a combined no-hitter for Baltimore against the Newark Eagles. Davis served in the United States Armed Forces during World War II....
The passing of Ross Davis on 2013-01-01 marked the close of a transformative chapter, inspiring future generations across United States and around the world to uphold the values of excellence, empathy, and enduring accomplishment.
Key Life Milestones
Breakthrough and Professional Recognition
Achieved national recognition for foundational work and leadership in sports.
Lifetime Achievement and Global Impact
Honored with prestigious awards recognizing a lifetime of transformative impact and dedication.
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Final Resting Place
Perpetual MemorialWashington, D.C., United States