0
On November 16, 1959, Boston business executive Billy Sullivan was awarded the eighth and final franchise of the developing American Football League (AFL). The following winter, locals were allowed to submit ideas for the Boston football team's official name. The most popular choice-and the one that Sullivan selected-was "Boston Patriots". Immediately thereafter, Phil Bissell developed the "Pat Patriot" logo.
What else can I help you with?
When were the New England Patriots originated?
The team was founded in 1959 and began play in 1960.
What is Bella thorne's favorite football team?
New England Patriots
How did New England Patriots ger their name?
Via a fan vote in 1959, the year the club was founded.
How did New England Patriots get there name?
A fan vote was undertaken when the club was founded in 1959 and votes favored the name Patriots. They were the Boston Patriots until moving from Boston to Foxboro in 1971.
What year did the New England Patriots first come into existence?
The club was founded in 1959 and began play in 1960.
What is the main adresss of the New England Patriots?
The address of the New England Patriots is: The New England Patriots 1 Patriot Place Foxboro, Ma. 02035
Who was the winner of Super Bowl xxxix?
New England patriots
Who is the Indy Colts main rival?
It always had and always will be the New England Patriots.
How long has New England Patriots bin around?
The club was founded in November 1959 and began play in August 1960.
Who is better New England Patriots or Miami Dolphins?
new England patriots
Who did the giants beat in 2008 Super Bowl?
New England Patriots
What were the New England Patriots called before they were New England?
They were known as the Boston Patriots from 1960-1970. They changed their name in February 1971 to the Bay State Patriots but changed it in March 1971 to New England Patriots.
