Red Barber

Walter Lanier "Red" Barber (February 17, 1908 - October 22, 1992) was an American sportscaster. He was born in Columbus, Mississippi.

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February 17 - 1908 - October 22 - 1992 - American - Sportscaster - Columbus, Mississippi

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Barber was primarily identified with radio broadcasts of Major League Baseball, broadcasting for the Cincinnati Reds from 1934-1938. In 1939, he became principal announcer for the Brooklyn Dodgers, a position he held until 1953, when he was hired by the New York Yankees.

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Radio - Major League Baseball - Cincinnati Reds - Brooklyn Dodgers - New York Yankees

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