History of American Football

A Brief History of American Football
Football (as well as rugby and soccer) are believed to have descended from the ancient Greek game of harpaston. Harpaston is mentioned frequently in classical literature, where it is often referred
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American football was started in 1879 with rules instituted by Walter Camp. Derived from the English game of rugby, American football was started in 1879 with rules instituted by Walter Camp, player
An American Football Research Guide
American football - a game played by two teams of 11 players on a rectangular field 100 yards long; teams try to get possession of the ball and advance it across the opponents goal line in a series of
Chronological History of the Modern National Football League
Professional football came into being in the roaring 20's. A hand full of teams would barnstorm around the country via train to play each other, or maybe, a team that was made up of the local populace
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The history of American football. How and when the game of football, known originally as soccer and rugby in England, came to America. Details of both college and pro levels.
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American Football was derived from early versions of soccer and rugby football, both of which originated from the United Kingdom, mid-1800s. Both soccer and rugby, and thus American football, have the
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This section will provide a quick overview of how football got started to give general overview about how the sport became so popular today.
From American History | History of American Football
The origins of the sport that captivates U.S. fans each fall goes back hundreds of years, but the American version has its roots in the ivy league schools of the late 1800s.
Ghosts of Gridiron - The Early Days of Football in the Philadelphia Region
Sports fans in the Philadelphia area are pretty knowledgeable, especially when it comes to football. Since entering the National Football League in 1933 the Philadelphia Eagles have led those fans on
Golden Age Era Sports--Football
In the background of many popular shows of the era, one can hear sporting events of the era, often incorporated into the episode or used as material for a monologue. Here's a sampling one of the more
History of Football Logos in the NFL
History of Football Logos in the NFL.
History of NFL Team Nicknames
How did the 32 NFL clubs arrive at a name? Well, take a look.
i-NFL Helmet: NFL Helmets Since 1960
The football helmet. Most people will not admit it, but how many kids picked thier favorite teams based on a cool looking uniform or more importantly a rocking helmet logo? Well, I will admit it--I di
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American Football Almanac.
Leather Helmet Illustrated
Our mission is to breath new life into the past, and document the ongoing legacy of the most influential teams, and personalities in the history of American Football.
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The history of American football, a spectator sport in the United States,[1] can be traced to early versions of rugby football. Both games have their origin in varieties of football played in the Unit
NFL Football History
From the birth of professional football through New England's victory in Super Bowl XXXVIII, nfl-history is committed to provide you the historical information on all the National Football League (NFL
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History of the NFL.
Professional Football Hall of Fame
Honoring the great players of the professional football world since 1920. Located in Canton, Ohio.
Remember the AFL
The nineteen-sixties were a time of turmoil, vision, and change. The Cold War; the Kennedys; the race for the moon. Personally, it was the decade of my marriage, and the births of my children: in sh
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Whilst the rules may bemuse some, American Football now enjoys a massive international profile with the sport, not least the NFL Super Bowl, watched by almost 1billion people worldwide. Even at its re
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Football History — Just What Sport are We Talking About Anyway?
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American football emerged from the European game of Rugby in 1879. Walter Camp, a player and coach of Yale University, is recognized as "The Father Of American Football" as the early rules of the game
The Helmet Project - The Evolution of the Football Helmet
Welcome to the "Helmet Project"! This site was created on July 27, 1999, and it is not "finished" yet - it is a "work in progress". Thanks for visiting and I hope you find it to be interesting! The si
Wikipedia.com | History of American Football
The history of American football, a spectator sport in the United States, can be traced to early versions of rugby football. Both games have their origin in varieties of football played in the United