Description
A you-are-there history of one of footballs most successful and beloved teams
Who is the greatest quarterback in Redskins history? Baugh? Jurgensen? Theismann? Rypien? However you answer that question, youll find plenty of evidence to support your argument in Hail Victory. Based on sportswriter Thom Loverros exclusive interviews with a host of the greatest players ever to wear the team jersey, this comprehensive history of the tradition-rich Washington Redskins puts you on the 50-yard line to witness all of the teams most memorable moments and meet its greatest players, and youll hear what they have to say about the brightest and darkest moments from the Skins past. Youll discover:
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Sonny Jurgensens last conversation with Vince Lombardi
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Jeff Rutledges account of the Greatest Comeback in Football History
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Joe Theismanns take on the tackle that ended his career
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How George Allen assembled the Over the Hill Gang
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Joe Jacobys Hogs-eye view of all three Redskins Super Bowl victories
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Gene Peppers memories of playing with the legendary Sammy Baugh
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And much more
Youll also find color photos of outstanding players and coaches in action, including Lombardi, George Allen, Theismann, Jurgensen, Joe Gibbs, and many others. If you love the Skins, you must have Hail Victory!
Author: Thom Loverro
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Trade Paper Press
Published: 08/01/2007
Pages: 328
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 8.86h x 5.82w x 0.91d
ISBN: 9780470179246
Language: English
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