Birthplace of Lou Gehrig

1903 - 1941

Lou Gehrig

known as the

"Pride of the Yankees"

was born at this location

on June 19th, 1903.

In his amazing feat of playing

2130 consecutive games, Lou

became known as "The Iron Horse"

to the baseball world.

Dedicated to the youth of Yorkville.

Erected by the New York Yankees November 1990

Courtesy hmdb.org

Credits and Sources:

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