1918 Chicago Cubs Rising Star: Vintage Baseball Shot

This historical photograph captures Paul Carter, an emerging baseball player associated with the Chicago Cubs, in 1918. During this period, the Cubs were navigating the challenges of World War I, which affected many aspects of American life, including sports. The Cubs were a key player in Major League Baseball, and Carter’s presence in the team signifies the evolving landscape of the sport during the early 20th century.

Carters connection to the Cubs is documented through original caption cards from the Bain News Service, with his identity and date of portrayal validated by the Society for American Baseball Research in 2006. This photograph serves not only as a glimpse into the life of a baseball player during a transformative time but also highlights the early development of baseball as America’s pastime. The meticulous preservation of such photographs allows us to explore the stories and figures that shaped the history of the sport.