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Blondy Black was very well known for his successful football career. Particularly, for his speed. | |||
Here is a video of clips from his performance playing (and wining) at the Orange Bowl in 1941: | |||
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G98X4oFgSwM | |||
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== Faith == | == Faith == | ||
Revision as of 23:45, 12 January 2015
Born: J. T. Black
- August 20, 1920
- Philadelphia, MS
Died: May 4, 2000
- Jackson, MS
Spouses: Shirley DeWeese Black (m. January 13, 1944), Bernice Black
Children: Ronald DeWitt Black, Janice Black Law, Darrell Black, Bruce Tinsley Black
Parents: John T. Black, Norah Tinsley Black
The story is told that he grew up being called "J. T." and no other name. When he enlisted in the Marines, he had to give a full name. He phoned his mother. She couldn't remember for sure whether J. T. stood for John Thomas or James Tinsley. He chose "John Thomas," and that's how he is known to posterity.
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Early Life
Education
Career
Accomplishments
Blondy Black was very well known for his successful football career. Particularly, for his speed.
Here is a video of clips from his performance playing (and wining) at the Orange Bowl in 1941: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G98X4oFgSwM