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During the great depression, FDR made a series of New Deal programs to get money circulating and to create jobs. One of the programs were the NRA National Recovery Act. To promote the program FDR made buttons with Blue eagles on them. This became the symbol for the program. Then in 1933, after the Frankford Yellow jackets went bankrupt, new owner Bert Bell got the inspiration from the insignia. Bert went on to make the Eagles
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∙ 13y agoThe club was established in 1933 as a replacement for the bankrupt Frankford Yellow Jackets after a syndicate led by future NFL commissioner Bert Bell purchased the rights to a Philadelphia franchise from the league.
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∙ 16y agoThe Eagles were an expansion team in the NFL, coming into the league in 1933. They have always played in Philadelphia.
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When did the eagles football team start?
The Philadelphia Eagles team was founded in 1933 and joined the NFL the same year.
Where are the Philadelphia Eagles located?
The Philadelphia Eagles are based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
When was Philadelphia Eagles created?
Philadelphia Eagles was created in 1933.
What is Zach Ertz's number on the Philadelphia Eagles?
Fletcher Cox is number 91 on the Philadelphia Eagles.
How good are the Philadelphia Eagles?
the Philadelphia eagles are very good. Especially with VICK
Which state do the Philadelphia Eagles play for?
The Philadephia Eagles play in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
What is the Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Redskins overall record?
The overall record for the Philadelphia Eagles vs. the Washington Redskins is 69 wins, and 78 losses. The series began in 1933 when the Eagles were founded, one year after the start of the Redskins franchise.
What position does LeSean McCoy play?
LeSean McCoy plays Running Back for the Philadelphia Eagles.
What was the Philadelphia Eagles record in 2009?
In 2009, the Philadelphia Eagles record was 11-5.
In the year 1980 who was the Philadelphia Eagles quarterback who was the quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles in 1980?
Ron Jaworski
What is Vinny Curry's number on the Philadelphia Eagles?
Vinny Curry is number 75 on the Philadelphia Eagles.
What is Najee Goode's number on the Philadelphia Eagles?
Najee Goode is number 53 on the Philadelphia Eagles.
