Rename Ravens Stadium In Honor Of The Late Johnny Unitas
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Johnny Unitas died on 9/11/2002 aged 69. We the undersigned recognize the following:
Football returned to Baltimore in 1996 with the arrival of the Baltimore Ravens. The Ravens played their first two seasons in Memorial Stadium, the same venue as the old Baltimore Colts. In 1998, the Ravens moved into what would eventually become PSINet stadium. In 2002, after the demise of PSINet (the company), the name was removed and the stadium is now commonly referred to as 'Ravens Stadium'.
In 2001, demolition of Memorial Stadium began. The front facade of Memorial Stadium had the following inscribed upon it: "Dedicated as a memorial to all who so valiantly fought in the world wars with eternal gratitude to those who made the supreme sacrifice to preserve equality and freedom throughout the world - time will not dim the glory of their deeds."
Although many tried to save the facade and its message, the letters were removed and the final part of the old Memorial Stadium was demolished. The citizens of Baltimore are being told that the letters and the original wordage of the memorial will be reconstructed in the area between Oriole Park and Ravens Stadium.
The late Johhny Unitas, Hall Of Fame (1979) Quarter Back for the Baltimore Colts, named "Greatest Player in the First 50 Years of Pro Football", named "Player of the Decade" for the 1960s,
three time NFL MVP, who completed 290 Touchdown passes, who passed for over 40,000 yards, who won three NFL championships and had 26 games with over 300 yards passing and widely regarded as the greatest Quarterback ever, should be recognized and honored in the following manner.
We request that the current Baltimore Ravens Football Stadium be permanently renamed: JOHNNY UNITAS MEMORIAL STADIUM.
It would give pride to the city of Baltimore, honor Mr. Unitas and his contribution to Baltimore in particular and Football in general and continue the memorial to fallen heroes with the use of the original lettering somewhere in the grounds of the stadium.
It is the right thing to do. We ask that the Baltimore Stadium Authority and The Baltimore Ravens Organization consider our request.
Thank-you.
Football returned to Baltimore in 1996 with the arrival of the Baltimore Ravens. The Ravens played their first two seasons in Memorial Stadium, the same venue as the old Baltimore Colts. In 1998, the Ravens moved into what would eventually become PSINet stadium. In 2002, after the demise of PSINet (the company), the name was removed and the stadium is now commonly referred to as 'Ravens Stadium'.
In 2001, demolition of Memorial Stadium began. The front facade of Memorial Stadium had the following inscribed upon it: "Dedicated as a memorial to all who so valiantly fought in the world wars with eternal gratitude to those who made the supreme sacrifice to preserve equality and freedom throughout the world - time will not dim the glory of their deeds."
Although many tried to save the facade and its message, the letters were removed and the final part of the old Memorial Stadium was demolished. The citizens of Baltimore are being told that the letters and the original wordage of the memorial will be reconstructed in the area between Oriole Park and Ravens Stadium.
The late Johhny Unitas, Hall Of Fame (1979) Quarter Back for the Baltimore Colts, named "Greatest Player in the First 50 Years of Pro Football", named "Player of the Decade" for the 1960s,
three time NFL MVP, who completed 290 Touchdown passes, who passed for over 40,000 yards, who won three NFL championships and had 26 games with over 300 yards passing and widely regarded as the greatest Quarterback ever, should be recognized and honored in the following manner.
We request that the current Baltimore Ravens Football Stadium be permanently renamed: JOHNNY UNITAS MEMORIAL STADIUM.
It would give pride to the city of Baltimore, honor Mr. Unitas and his contribution to Baltimore in particular and Football in general and continue the memorial to fallen heroes with the use of the original lettering somewhere in the grounds of the stadium.
It is the right thing to do. We ask that the Baltimore Stadium Authority and The Baltimore Ravens Organization consider our request.
Thank-you.
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Jamie M
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- Johnny Unitas has been a hero and a friend to this city since before i was born. all who knew him stayed in constant shock of how humble and kind he was. he leaves behind a great legacy, and a loving family
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Allison S
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Amy W
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Anjali B
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anna l
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Anne D
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Anthony A
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- Yes!!! Rename to Johnny Unitas Stadium NOW!!!
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Angela P
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Anita R
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Allan S
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- This is the right thing to do
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August S
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Andrew D. W
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Jennifer G
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Brian V. M
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BARBARA J. S
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- a great guy who deserves this
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Jim B
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- Unitas We Stand
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Bill A
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- Must happen! A billion $s of goodwill!
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Barry M
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- This idea would be a great tribute to one of football's greatest players ever, and something that would be well-recieved by the fans. The goodwill you would gain is worth more than any naming deal.
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Dan N
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Bob B
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- Do the right thing for once, Art.
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Barbara C
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- Great Idea
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Brendan C
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Ben K
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Jared R
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brandon n
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Bill Dowell, President, Ravens Nest 2
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Ron D
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- Income should be set aside and the stadium authority should approve the new name. John was the greatest quarterback that has played the game. No matter what the score was I always believed John would lead us to victory.
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Becky C
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George B
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- Johnny was simply the best QB of all time. He takes his place among the truly greatest of the great sport legends. That includes names like Red Grange, Jim Brown, Cal Ripkin, Mickey Mantle, Jim Thorpe, Ted Williams and so many others. What he meant to the City of Baltimore cannot be expressed in mere words. He was the City of Baltimore.
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Belinda D
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kristen
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- looking back, moving ahead...my heart goes out to all of our everyday heros
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Betsy E. R
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Tongo B
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Bryan Yukio F
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- A fitting honor.
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Glen Munro J
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- Anything for my idle and an idle of the NFL.
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Beth D. H
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- This would be a wonderful thing to do for Baltimore!
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Bill H
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- Do the right thing.
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Nancy H
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- Unitas We Stand
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Eric
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- unitus
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Carol W
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John F. B
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- The Greatest Quarterback
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Crystal P
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Ashley A
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- Johnny I will never forget those times at the post office when I was little and you used to carry my mom's mail and she would tell me how good you carried a football
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Bill R
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- this should have been done when he was alive
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Craig C
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- Do the right thing--name it for the man who was the NFL, who was Baltimore
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Bernard R
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Bill K
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- Don't give in to commericialism
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Bryan B
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- Forget the corporations, Unitas WAS Baltimore football!!
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Brad A. C
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- Chiefs fan who respects the accomplishments of a great man, and the voice of the people to honor him...
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Brendan C
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- Forget the cheesy corporate names. It's time we had one with some meaning and honor a great player and an even greater man.
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