Milwaukee Braves: Heroes and Heartbreak

by William Povletich

During their thirteen years in Wisconsin, the Milwaukee Braves never endured a losing season, won two National League pennants, and in 1957 brought Milwaukee its only World Series championship. With a lineup featuring future Hall of Famers Henry Aaron, Warren Spahn, Eddie Matthews, Red Schoendienst, and Phil Niekro, the team immediately brought Milwaukee "Big League" credentials, won the hearts of fans, and shattered attendance records. The Braves'...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0870204238
• ISBN13: 9780870204234
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Wisconsin Historical Society Press
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 1.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.9" x 8.7"