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Today sports virtually dominate American culture. From fantasy leagues and 24-hour a day news shows to business decisions and off-the-field troubles to the games themselves, sports entertain Americans at the same time as they define American culture and social norms. This course will look at the growth of the sport industry in the 20th Century. It will examine the lives and importance of Babe Ruth, Joe Louis, Jackie Robinson, Muhammad Ali, and other athletes, as well as the economic, social, and medical impact of the games we watch.