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Ruth with Gehrig and Others at Kinsley Park

10 October 1927

A 1927 photograph showing Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig with three other men at Kinsley Park during a barnstorming event.

This photo shows Ruth alongside Lou Gehrig during a barnstorming tour, reflecting his enduring popularity after the season.

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Five men stand on a dirt field in front of a crowded stadium stand. From left: a man in a dark suit and hat, a baseball player in a white 'Larrupin' Lous' uniform, a man in a dark suit and hat, a baseball player in a black 'Bustin' Babes' jersey holding a glove, and a man in a light suit and hat.
Unknown photographer, Ruth with Gehrig and others at Kinsley Park, 10 October 1927.

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What it is

This photograph, taken on October 10, 1927, by an unknown photographer, shows five men standing on a dirt field in front of a stadium crowd at Kinsley Park. From left to right, the men are identified as Peter Laudati, Lou Gehrig, Tim O'Neil, Babe Ruth, and James Dooley. Ruth and Gehrig are shown in uniforms from their famous post-season barnstorming teams, the 'Bustin' Babes' and 'Larrupin' Lous'.

Why it matters

This image captures a moment from the barnstorming tours that Ruth and Gehrig, two of the greatest players of their era, took part in after the regular baseball season. These exhibition games helped build their popularity and connect with fans across the country.

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  • What does the clothing of the men in suits tell you about their roles compared to the players?
  • Why might Ruth and Gehrig have worn different, specially named uniforms for this event?
  • What does the presence of a crowd in the background suggest about the popularity of these exhibition games?

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