Where has the Army-Navy Game been played?
The Army-Navy Game is one of the most iconic and historic rivalries in American college football, with a rich history dating back to 1890. The game is played annually between the United States Military Academy (Army) and the United States Naval Academy (Navy) football teams. But where has this legendary game been played over the years?
Early Years (1890-1917)
The first Army-Navy Game was played on November 29, 1890, at West Point, New York. The game was a huge success, with Army winning 24-0. The early years of the game saw it being played at various locations, including:
• West Point, New York (1890-1891, 1893-1895, 1897-1900)
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (1892, 1896)
• Annapolis, Maryland (1894)
• Chicago, Illinois (1898)
• Brooklyn, New York (1901-1902)
World War I and the Interwar Period (1918-1941)
During World War I, the game was suspended from 1918 to 1920. When the game resumed, it was played at various locations, including:
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (1920-1924)
• Chicago, Illinois (1925-1927)
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (1928-1930)
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (1931-1933)
World War II and the Post-War Period (1942-1969)
The game was suspended again during World War II, from 1942 to 1945. After the war, the game resumed, and it was played at various locations, including:
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (1946-1958)
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (1959-1961)
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (1962-1965)
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (1966-1969)
Modern Era (1970-Present)
In 1970, the game was moved to its current location, Lincoln Financial Field (formerly Veterans Stadium) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The game has been played at this location every year since 1970, with the exception of 2002, when it was played at FedExField in Landover, Maryland, due to construction at Lincoln Financial Field.
Table: Army-Navy Game Locations
| Year | Location |
|---|---|
| 1890-1917 | Various locations (West Point, Philadelphia, Annapolis, Chicago, Brooklyn) |
| 1918-1941 | Philadelphia, Chicago, Philadelphia |
| 1942-1969 | Philadelphia |
| 1970-present | Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia) |
Significant Moments
Throughout its history, the Army-Navy Game has seen its fair share of significant moments, including:
• The "Winless Years": From 1963 to 1972, Navy won 8 consecutive games against Army, marking the longest winning streak in the series.
• The "Tie Streak": From 1960 to 1962, the game ended in a tie, with the score tied at 14-14 each year.
• The "Mud Bowl": In 1984, the game was played in heavy rain and mud, earning it the nickname "The Mud Bowl."
Conclusion
The Army-Navy Game has been played at various locations throughout its history, with the majority of games being played at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The game has seen its fair share of significant moments, from the "Winless Years" to the "Tie Streak" and the "Mud Bowl." Whether played at West Point, Philadelphia, or elsewhere, the Army-Navy Game remains one of the most iconic and historic rivalries in American college football.
