Description: PHILADELPHIA VETERANS STADIUMVeterans Stadium, situated in South Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, held a significant place in the hearts of sports fans as the former home of both the Philadelphia Phillies of Major League Baseball (MLB) and the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL). Constructed in 1970 to replace the aging Shibe Park and Connie Mack Stadium, Veterans Stadium, or "The Vet," as it was affectionately known, represented a new era of modern stadium design. With its distinctive circular structure and dual-purpose design, it served as a versatile venue for both baseball and football games.For over three decades, Veterans Stadium was the epicenter of Philadelphia sports, witnessing countless memorable moments and historic events. It was home to the Philadelphia Phillies during some of their most successful seasons, including their World Series victory in 1980. The stadium's artificial turf surface and iconic "AstroTurf" became synonymous with Phillies baseball and provided a unique playing environment for players and fans alike.In addition to baseball, Veterans Stadium was the longtime home of the Philadelphia Eagles football team. The stadium's raucous atmosphere and passionate fan base, known as the "Eagles Faithful," created an intimidating environment for opposing teams. Veterans Stadium became synonymous with the grit and toughness of Philadelphia football, hosting numerous playoff games and memorable matchups over the years.Despite its storied history, Veterans Stadium faced criticism for its aging infrastructure and limited amenities. In 2003, both the Phillies and Eagles moved to new state-of-the-art stadiums, with the Phillies relocating to Citizens Bank Park and the Eagles moving to Lincoln Financial Field. Veterans Stadium was subsequently demolished in 2004 to make way for parking facilities and a recreational complex.While Veterans Stadium may be gone, its legacy lives on in the memories of Philadelphia sports fans. It remains a symbol of the city's passion for baseball and football, serving as a reminder of the triumphs and tribulations of Philadelphia sports teams over the years.Unused 4" x 6" continental size chrome postcard. (1992 Team Issue) $1.50 flat rate shipping to USA, $2.50 Canada.All other countries see eBay's Global Shipping Program for rates. Thank you for your interest in Stadium PostcardsCN Auctions
Price: 9.99 USD
Location: West Jordan, Utah
End Time: 2024-12-27T21:02:31.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Unit of Sale: Single Unit
Era: Photochrome (1939-Now)
Country: United States
Region: Pennsylvania
Theme: Sports
City: Philadelphia
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Postage Condition: Unposted
Subject: Stadium
