Hank Aaron s funeral procession Wednesday passed by the former site of Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium, where the baseball great hit his iconic 715th home run to eclipse the mark established by Babe Ruth.
Chasing the Dream: The Life and Legacy of Lucky #44
By Contributing Writer, Bertram Keller
Published January 28, 2021
Hank Aaron, Atlanta Braves outfielder, is shown during spring training on March 22, 1966. (AP Photo)
“Henry Aaron, in the second inning walked and scored. He’s sittin’ on 714,” said Braves announcer Milo Hamilton calling the game on WSB Radio. “Here’s the pitch by Downing. Swinging. There’s a drive into left-center field. That ball is gonna be-eee … Outta here! It’s gone! It’s 715! There’s a new home run champion of all time, and it’s Henry Aaron! The fireworks are going. Henry Aaron is coming around third. His teammates are at home plate. And listen to this crowd!”
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