It’s been a few weeks since I’ve had a chance to put a War Eagle Relics together, but here are a few things I’d like to share with you on this fine February morning. Auburn Clown “Well, I have some stuff you might like. I don’t know why I haven’t sent you any of these […]
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War Eagle Relics gets Tie Dyed
Pat Dye Syracuse Tie “You know those Pat Dye Syracuse ties? This is one of them, and maybe the only one signed by both Dye AND Syracuse’s coach, Dick Macpherson. Sent by that dude who owns /owned that Tiger Prowler thing — His explanation of how he acquired it: ‘the man that sold it to […]
The Best of War Eagle Relics: 2012
When I started this post way back in late April I figured I would be lucky to get beyond a couple installments. Thirty-plus posts and hundreds of unique and interesting items later, I think it’s fair to say my expectations were exceeded. Just a bit. As the months went on and real life responsibilities […]
War Eagle Relics pledges a fraternity in the ‘50s
Auburn Fraternity Rat Cap (1955) “This is my dad’s old rat cap from fall of 1955. Fraternity pledges had to wear these at all times or there were consequences. The back reads: RAT TORBIT HENRY ? I am unable to make out the last line of writing.” – Steven Henry Despite the headgear that you […]
War Eagle Relics sends a postcard from the edge
Auburn Postcard (1908) “I’m a Bama fan and collector, but I came across this about 20 years ago at an antique shop in Birmingham. I thought you and your readers might enjoy it. It’s an Auburn football postcard from right after the 1908 season and it’s postmarked January 8, 1909.” – Alan Weaver Sometimes inspiration […]