Illustrated 1947 Drawing of Griffith Park Ballpark and Washington Senators

Illustrated Ballpark Griffith Park 1947 Drawing 8x12 Washington Senators
1947 Nationals·Griffith Stadium·Al Schacht·Bucky Harris·Clyde Milan·Fred Schulte·Freddie Lindstrom·Gene Mack·Hank Gowdy·Joe Cronin·Nick Altrock·President of the United States·Roger Peckinpaugh·Sam Rice·Tom McBride·Walter Johnson·
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The page from the 1947 Hall of Fame Cartoons Major League Ballparks publication features an illustrated drawing of Griffith Park, home to the Washington Senators, during the 1947 season. The stadium layout is depicted with various notable features and historical references. The illustration includes dimensions of the outfield: 328 feet to the left and 405 feet to center field, along with notable mementos from the park's history. Key players mentioned include Lou Gehrig, who hit a home run in the 1937 All-Star Game, and Harris, the player-manager during the early years of the team. References to memorable events and eccentricities, such as the "high right wall" and "visitors' bullpen," highlight the park's characteristics. The illustration also notes significant moments, like the ball that hit Lindstrom and various player antics. Other notable players and events include Ted Williams and the aftermath of the 1924 World Series celebration.