Class Year

2008

Files

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Document Type

Student Research Paper

Publication Date

Spring 2006

Description

Eddie Plank (1875-1926)

Baseball great. One of the most dominant pitchers of the twentieth century. "Gettysburg Eddie" compiled a record of 326-194 in a 17-year career (1901-17), mostly with the Philadelphia Athletics. He won 20 games or more eight times and helped the A's win six pennants and three world championships. Plank was born [near this spot], attended Gettysburg Academy, and retired and died in Gettysburg. Elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame, 1946.

Course Information:

  • Course Title: HIST 300: Historical Method
  • Academic Term: Spring 2006
  • Course Instructor: Dr. Michael J. Birkner '72

Hidden in Plain Sight is a collection of student papers on objects that are "hidden in plain sight" around the Gettysburg College campus. Topics range from the Glatfelter Hall gargoyles to the statue of Eisenhower and from historical markers to athletic accomplishments. You can download the paper in pdf format and click "View Photo" to see the image in greater detail.


Keywords

Gettysburg College, Gettysburg, Eddie Plank, baseball, Philadelphia Athletics, pennant, world championship, Baseball Hall of Fame

Disciplines

History | Social History | Sports Studies | United States History

Department 1

History

Campus Location

Carlisle Street

Eddie Plank Historical Marker

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