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Hank Gowdy of the Boston Braves becomes the first major leaguer to enlist in World War I

ByThis Day in Baseball June 2, 1917January 21, 2019

On June 2, 1917, Hank Gowdy of the Boston Braves becomes the first major leaguer to enlist in World War I. Gowdy will also serve in World War II.

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Day: June 2, 1917

Hank Gowdy of the Boston Braves becomes the first major leaguer to enlist in World War I

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