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You must understand as a kid of color in those days, the Harlem Globetrotters were like being movie stars
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"You must understand as a kid of color in those days, the Harlem Globetrotters were like being movie stars"

- Wilt Chamberlain

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This quote by Wilt Chamberlain speaks with the effect the Harlem Globetrotters had on him as a kid of color. Maturing in the 1940s and 1950s, the Harlem Globetrotters gave motivation and wish for many African Americans. They were the first all-black expert basketball group and their success was a symbol of development and achievement for the African American neighborhood. The Harlem Globetrotters were also a source of home entertainment and delight, as they circumnavigated the world performing their distinct brand name of basketball. For Chamberlain, the Harlem Globetrotters were like motion picture stars, providing a much-needed escape from the severe realities of racism and partition. They gave pride and inspiration, and their success was a tip that anything was possible.
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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Wilt Chamberlain between August 21, 1936 and October 12, 1999. He/she was a famous Athlete from USA. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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