Early 1910's House of David Baseball Team Postcard ⭐ Benton Harbor, MI
The House of David baseball team, founded in the early 1910s by the religious commune in Benton Harbor, Michigan, became one of the most famous barnstorming attractions in America, instantly recognizable for the players’ long hair and full beards that reflected their beliefs. The team entertained crowds with high-level baseball and inventive promotions. Their willingness to play against major league squads, Negro league teams, and even hire stars like Satchel Paige and Grover Cleveland Alexander made them a unique cultural phenomenon that bridged religion, sport, and American popular entertainment.