Jackie Robinson Life Story By Jonny014 Jan 31, 1919 Jackie Roboinson is bron Jackie Rrobinson is born. Period: Jan 31, 1919 to Oct 24, 1972 Jackie Robinson Life Story Apr 26, 1927 Attends John Muir High School. Attends John Muir High School. Feb 13, 1942 Served as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army. served as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army. May 15, 1944 During bootcamp jackie was arrested for refusing to move to the back of the pass when asked. During bootcamp jackie was arrested for refusing to move to the back of the pass when asked. Nov 9, 1945 Began to play pro baseball Dec 22, 1947 Jackie played for the Montreal Royals and played his first game with them. Jul 27, 1948 Became the first African American to play in the MLB. Jan 12, 1950 Secected Rookie of the Year Aug 21, 1955 Helped the Dodgers win the World Series Jan 5, 1957 Retired Jan 24, 1972 Death