Professional athletes were among those drafted by the military in the '50s, including three active NFL players who packed the roster of the 1956 Eglin Air Force Base Eagles.
It is great to hear from you since you played for Eglin and proudly wore #9. I'd be happy to add to this story and write another article if you have memories or images you would like to share. Military or service football is a fascinating part of the game's history.
You might be interested in my new book, “A Look at U.S. Military Service Sports 1952-1958”. It is available on Barnes & Noble and everywhere else. Thank you for your service.
P.S. I’d be happy to send you a free one since you were an original!
It is great to hear from you since you played for Eglin and proudly wore #9. I'd be happy to add to this story and write another article if you have memories or images you would like to share. Military or service football is a fascinating part of the game's history.
Jim Ricci Center 1956-57
The game at Bolling was played on a cold wet weather day.
The difference in that game was the officials.
Roland Christie broke loose for a 65 yard touch down, once he crossed the goal line the official dropped a flag and called us for being offside.
Some of the fans at the game informed us that Bolling never loses at home
You might be interested in my new book, “A Look at U.S. Military Service Sports 1952-1958”. It is available on Barnes & Noble and everywhere else. Thank you for your service.
P.S. I’d be happy to send you a free one since you were an original!