"Babe" Ruth Jr., born on February 6, 1895, in Baltimore, Maryland, is widely regarded as one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Known by nicknames such as "the Bambino" and "the Sultan of Swat," Ruth's career spanned 22 seasons from 1914 to 1935.In 1920, Ruth embarked on a home-run hitting campaign that transformed baseball and established records that stood for nearly four decades. His powerful swing and charismatic personality made him a national icon, drawing large crowds to the ballpark and boosting the sport's popularity.