1943 Chicago Cubs Vintage Team Photo from Wrigley Field
The page features a team photo of the Chicago Cubs from 1943, taken during a period marked by World War II, which influenced many aspects of American life, including sports. The players are arranged in three rows, showcasing the talents of the team. The top row lists players such as Bithorn, Pafko, Holm, Dallessandro, Stanky, Gilbert, Warneke, Platt, and Goodman. The middle row includes Haneyzewski, Ostrowski, Signer, Burrows, Nicholson, Merullo, Kreitner, Wyse, Prim, and Johnson. The bottom row consists of Hack, Derringer, Schuster, McCullough, Todd, along with coaches Spalding and Todd, and manager Wilson. The photo also includes the batboy, LaPorta, and another team member, Passeau, presumably recognized for their contributions.