About James Forrest
Lived 1897 – 1977 (aged 79). James Forrest was an American baseball player.
James Daniel Forrest (December 18, 1897 – April 22, 1977) was an American Negro league catcher between 1919 and 1921.
A native of Orangeburg, South Carolina, Forrest played for the Lincoln Giants in 1919 and again in 1921. In his 11 recorded games, he posted 11 hits and five RBI in 44 plate appearances. Forrest died in 1977 at age 79.
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Who was James Forrest?
American baseball player (1897-1977)
When was James Forrest born?
James Forrest was born on 18 December 1897 in Orangeburg, South Carolina.
When did James Forrest die?
James Forrest died on 22 April 1977.
What was James Forrest's occupation?
James Forrest was a baseball player.
What nationality was James Forrest?
James Forrest was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Forrest (baseball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Forrest. https://biography.guide/james-forrest-baseball-player/
MLA: "James Forrest." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-forrest-baseball-player/.
Chicago: "James Forrest." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-forrest-baseball-player/.
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