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George Preston Marshall – Founder/Owner of Washington Redskins

The Football History Dude
The Football History Dude
Episode • Aug 22, 2018 • 17m
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This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore the life and career of the man that founded the Washington Redskins.  George Preston Marshall was known for many things, but the biggest contributions he made to the NFL had to do with the fan's experience of the game.  He created a spectacle that was more than just a football game.  So strap on your seat belt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph.

 

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LINKS FROM THE SHOW

Pro Football Hall of Fame - George Preston Marshall Bio

Washington Post - Article about the Marshall and the Redskin's name

Washington Post - Article about Marshall against the Government

Pro Football Reference - Newark Tornadoes Record

SportsECyclopedia - Newark Tornadoes

SportsECyclopedia - Boston Redskins

The Hogs.net - The Redskins Fight Song History

Super Bowl Ad Cost Article

Great Depression - The New Deal

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