At 3:58 p.m., EDT, on a dusky autumn afternoon at the Polo Grounds in New York City, Bobby Thomson swung at a fastball delivered by Brooklyn Dodger pitcher Ralph Branca and hit a home run that not only clinched the National League pennant for the Giants but instantly became immortalized as The Shot Heard 'Round the World. Photographs.
ThriftBooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. We personally assess every book's quality and offer rare, out-of-print treasures. We deliver the joy of reading in recyclable packaging with free standard shipping on US orders over $15. ThriftBooks.com. Read more. Spend less.