1. Hank Aaron quit school for Baseball
Hank Aaron developed a strong affinity for baseball and football when he was a young boy. He focused more on sports than his studies. Aaron quit school at the age of eighteen in 1951 to play for the Negro Baseball League’s Indianapolis Clowns.

2. Aaron’s Debut
Hank Aaron made his Major League debut in 1954 at the age of 20. A spring training injury to the Braves’ outfielder created a major spot for him. Aaron then demonstrated his ability to come up big by using this opportunity to win the first of his two batting titles.

3. Aaron’s nickname
Nicknamed “Hammerin Hank”, Aaron earned this nickname for hitting the 755 runs. Barry Bond broke this record in 2007. Aaron was a pro at what he did and made Major League Baseball pitchers quake when he strode the plate.

4. Aaron’s Records
Hank broke Babe Ruth’s Home-run record in 1974 when he hit his first 715th home run. Later, Aaron set a new MLB record with 755 career runs. This record stood for more than 20 years.

5. Aaron’s Play Seasons
Aaron played for 23 seasons in his baseball career with his best season arguably happening in 1957. He hit 322 that year with 44 home runs and 132 RBI, received the National League MVP Award and helped the Braves get their first World Series Championship since 1914.

6. Aaron’s humble Beginnings
Hank Aaron was raised up in a humble background in Mobile, Alabama. He spent most of his time playing baseball at a neighbor’s park. His parents hardly earned enough money, and he took several jobs to try and help out. Aaron slowly perfected his baseball skills by hitting bottle caps with sticks he found in the street. He helped his high school team go to the Mobile Negro High School Championship two years consecutively. In his Hall of Fame initiation speech in 1982, Hank Aaron was humble enough to proclaim that he did not want Babe Ruth to be forgotten but to always be remembered him for his work.

7. Aaron’s League Record
The ‘Hammerin Hank’ set a league record with 755 home runs. He played for the Milwaukee, Atlanta Braves, and the Milwaukee Brewers. Aaron was a Legendary MLB right fielder. Aaron had the following titles, twenty five time All-Star, and a 4-time champion in the National League run. He also had a 2-time champion in the National League batting, and one time MVP in the National League throughout his over two decade career.

8. Aaron’s Family
Aaron married two wives. He got married to Barbara Lucas in 1953. In 1973, he married his second wife, Billye Aaron. However, Aaron divorced Barbara Lucas. He is father to 6 kids who include Gary, Ceci, Lary, Hank Jr, Gaile and Dorinda.

9. Aaron’s Career Honors
Aaron received several honors throughout his career. He got two honors in 1999 and the Congress recognized him as one of baseball’s greatest players. He got praised for the service he offers through the ‘Chasing the Dream Foundation’ that helps children age nine to twelve pursue their dreams. Aaron was appointed to become a member of the Major League Baseball’s All-Century Team by fans and a panel of baseball experts. In 2002, Aaron’s picture appeared on a Wheaties cereal box and he received a Presidential Medal of Freedom in honor of his great work in 2002.

10. Aaron’s Businesses
Aaron resides in Atlanta, Georgia, and is one of the city’s most successful business people. He owns several car dealerships and 18 Krispy Kreme donut privileges. Throughout his entrepreneurship, Aaron helps African Americans to prosper. He gave an African American the chance to be the General Manager at his BMW dealership because he felt that the person needed the opportunity, though he did not have much experience.