About Jake Gettman
Lived 1875 – 1956 (aged 80). Jake Gettman was an American baseball player.
Jake Gettman (October 25, 1875 – October 4, 1956) was a Major League Baseball outfielder with the Washington Senators from 1897 to 1899. He was the first Russian-born player in Major League history. Gettman emigrated to the United States at ten years old.
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Who was Jake Gettman?
American baseball player
When was Jake Gettman born?
Jake Gettman was born on 25 October 1875 in Russian Empire.
When did Jake Gettman die?
Jake Gettman died on 4 October 1956 in Denver.
What was Jake Gettman's occupation?
Jake Gettman was a baseball player.
What nationality was Jake Gettman?
Jake Gettman was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jake Gettman. https://biography.guide/jake-gettman/
MLA: "Jake Gettman." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jake-gettman/.
Chicago: "Jake Gettman." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jake-gettman/.
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