White Sox vs. Dodgers 1959 World Series, Game 1
Identifier
F.2012-03-0366
Date Of Production
October 1 1959
Abstract
This film shows highlights of Game 1 of the World Series at Comiskey Park, Chicago on October 1, 1959, featuring the Los Angeles Dodgers vs. the Chicago White Sox. The White Sox would beat the Dodgers 11-0 in this game.
Description
This film of Game 1 of the 1959 World Series shows highlights of the White Sox scoring 9 runs in the first three innings, including a home run by Ted Kluszewski.
The starting line-up for the White Sox includes Major League Baseball Hall of Famers Luis Aparicio (number 11), Nellie Fox (number 2), and Early Wynn (number 24).
The starting line-up for the Dodgers, shown on defense in this film, includes Hall of Famer Duke Snider in center field, 8-time All-Star Gil Hodges at first base, 7-time All-Star Maury Wills at shortstop, and 6-time All-Star John Roseboro at catcher.
The film concludes with a shot of the scoreboard indicating the White Sox lead the Dodgers 9-0 after 3 innings completed.
The starting line-up for the White Sox includes Major League Baseball Hall of Famers Luis Aparicio (number 11), Nellie Fox (number 2), and Early Wynn (number 24).
The starting line-up for the Dodgers, shown on defense in this film, includes Hall of Famer Duke Snider in center field, 8-time All-Star Gil Hodges at first base, 7-time All-Star Maury Wills at shortstop, and 6-time All-Star John Roseboro at catcher.
The film concludes with a shot of the scoreboard indicating the White Sox lead the Dodgers 9-0 after 3 innings completed.
Run Time
3 min 4 sec
Format
16mm
Extent
100 feet
Color
B&W
Sound
Silent
Reel/Tape Number
1/1
Has Been Digitized?
Yes
Language Of Materials
English
Element
Print
Genre
Form
Subject
Related Collections
Related Places
Main Credits
Koza, Frank (is filmmaker)
Participants And Performers
Chicago White Sox (Baseball Team) (is participant)
Los Angeles Dodgers (Baseball Team) (is participant)
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