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A History of the First Football Helmet

by forthofer

published 9 months ago

Helmets were the last of the football pads to be accepted. Originally made of simple leather, they resembled aviator caps, and many viewed them as a nuisance, constantly shifting and unbearably hot. After...

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Artist rendition of the first football game. Image from the public domain.

History of American Footbal Helmets

by livewithrichard

published 7 months ago

When it comes to American Football helmets, there is some argument among historians as to "who" invented the first football protective gear. There is a reference to a Navy Midshipman named Joseph Mason...

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