This Too Was America
Cricket in America achieved its greatest acclaim, most extensive organization and highest level of competition in Philadelphia in the mid-19th century. The city took upon itself the burden of representing the entire U.S. during the sport''s emerging international popularity.
It was a story of amazing successes, abysmal failures and engaging personalities--like John B. King, revered to this da...
Cricket in America achieved its greatest acclaim, most extensive organization and highest level of competition in Philadelphia in the mid-19th century. The city took upon itself the burden of representing the entire U.S. during the sport''s emerging international popularity.
It was a story of amazing successes, abysmal failures and engaging personalities--like John B. King, revered to this da...
