Memories, Set in Concrete
Mark Bowden
March 15, 2004
Since 1971, the drama was real even if the grass wasn't
Since 1971, the drama was real even if the grass wasn't
1980
Plucky Tug McGraw helped the Phillies to their only World Series title.
1972
Karl Wallenda made the 640-foot walk across the field on a steel cable between games of a doubleheader.
1999
The army-navy game was played at the Vet 17 times, starting in 1980.
1999
Philly fans cheered when Cowboys receiver Michael Irvin suffered a career-ending neck injury.
2002
Eagles cheerleaders sued, claiming they were spied on while dressing.
2003
QB Donovan McNabb led the Eagles to the NFC title game, their last in the old park.