The Michigan History Project and Author Mike Rosenbaum Present a Slideshow from Their New Book, “WOLVERINE: A Photographic History of Michigan Football”

When

Tuesday December 1, 2015: 7:00pm to 8:30pm  Add to Calendar /   Add to Google Calendar

Where

Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room

Description

The might and majesty of Michigan football is never more evident than when captured in the photographic image. Join us as author Mike Rosenbaum views highlights of U-M Football history and the compelling new book WOLVERINE: A Photographic History of Michigan Football. With over a thousand rare and never-before-seen pictures, it features an in-depth look at five landmark seasons.

• 1925: Benny Friedman, Bennie Oosterbaan, and the “greatest team I ever coached,” according to the illustrious Fielding Yost.
• 1947: A perfect 10-0 season for Fritz Crisler’s Mad Magicians, led by All-Americans Bob Chappuis and Bump Elliott.
• 1969: Bo Schembechler’s first incredible year as coach, featuring the legendary 24-12 upset of the “invincible” Ohio State Buckeyes.
• 1997: Fifty years later another perfect season, crowned with victory in Pasadena and a Heisman trophy for Charles Woodson.
• 2011: Star quarterback Denard Robinson led the Wolverines to an exciting 11-2 season capped with an overtime win at the Sugar Bowl.

The event includes a booksigning and books will be for sale (at a discounted price).

The Michigan History Project is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to telling the stories of the many extraordinary people and places that have made our state their home.