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Birth Name: Joshua Gibson
Date of Birth: December 21, 1911
Place of Birth: Buena Vista, Georgia, U.S.
Date of Death: January 20, 1947
Place of Death: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Ethnicity: African-American
Josh Gibson was an American professional baseball player. A catcher, he played for the Memphis Red Sox, the Homestead Grays, the Pittsburgh Crawfords, and the Homestead Grays of the Negro leagues. Baseball historians consider him to be among the very best power hitters and catchers in the history of baseball, including Major League Baseball (MLB). He was often called the “black Babe Ruth.”
Josh was the son of Nancy and Mark Gibson. He was married to Helen Mason, until her death, with whom he had two children.
Josh’s paternal grandfather was named Jerry Gibson.
Josh’s paternal grandmother was named Ella Swan/Swans.
Josh’s maternal grandfather was named Shack Woodlock.
Josh’s maternal grandmother was named Alice Josey.
Source: Genealogy of Josh Gibson – https://www.findagrave.com