In 1947, one year before his passing, Babe Ruth was captured in a photograph at the age of 52

In 1947, one year before his passing, Babe Ruth was captured in a photograph at the age of 52. 

Ruth holds a prominent position as one of the most revered sports icons in American culture and is widely acclaimed as the greatest baseball player of all time. 

Recognizing his exceptional contributions, Ruth was elected as one of the "first five" inaugural members of the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1936.