1947 Muskegon Lassies Team Photo from the All American Girls Baseball League
The 1947 team photo of the Muskegon Lassies, a franchise in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL), captures a moment from a historic era in women’s sports. Founded during World War II to maintain interest in baseball, the league featured teams such as the Lassies, based in Muskegon, Michigan. The photo includes a total of fifteen players, showcasing their uniforms adorned with the league's logo. The Lassies were known for their competitive spirit and memorable games, playing in the league from 1945 until its dissolution in 1954. The inclusion of their image in the 1948 Major League Baseball Facts and Figures publication reflects their significance in the broader narrative of baseball history, where women athletes were gaining recognition despite societal challenges.