Notre Dame Football Movie

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Notre Dame Football Movie

Chicago, Illinois: 1930. This group being greeted by Alonzo Stagg is off to Hollywood to play the principal roles in the film, The Spirit of Notre Dame. Knute Rocknes untimely death prevented his appearance in the picture. L-R: Paul O Connor, former fullback; Arthur McMannon, ex-tackle; Adam Walsh, captain of the famous 1924 Four Horsemen team; Mrs. Knute Rockne, who will help direct the film; Alonzo Stagg, University of Chicago coach; John Law, 1929 captain; Bill Rockne, son of the coach; and Don MIller and Jim Crowley, two of the Four Horsemen

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1920s 1930 1930s Amateur Sports Athletes B And W Caucasian Appearance Chicago College Football College Sports Famous Athletes Famous People Famous Personalities Famous Persons Football Football Players Illinois Monochromatic Monochrome Movie Industry Movies Nighttime Notre Dame Sports Team Sports Football Player Four Horsemen

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from 1930, we are transported back in time to witness a significant moment in Notre Dame football history. The image captures the group of individuals who were chosen to play the principal roles in the film, "The Spirit of Notre Dame" being greeted by none other than Alonzo Stagg, the esteemed University of Chicago coach. Amongst those present is Paul O'Connor, a former fullback, Arthur McMannon, an ex-tackle, and Adam Walsh, captain of the famous 1924 Four Horsemen team. Mrs. Knute Rockne also stands tall beside them; she will lend her expertise as she helps direct the film. Unfortunately, this picture serves as a poignant reminder that Knute Rockne's untimely death prevented his appearance in the movie. However, his son Bill Rockne proudly represents him alongside Don Miller and Jim Crowley - two members of the legendary Four Horsemen. As night falls over Chicago's historic streetscape, these iconic figures gather together under Alonzo Stagg's watchful eye before embarking on their journey to Hollywood. This photograph not only immortalizes their presence but also symbolizes an era when college football held immense cultural significance. Preserved through monochromatic tones and vintage aesthetics, this image offers us a glimpse into a bygone era where amateur sports heroes transitioned onto silver screens for all to admire. It encapsulates both nostalgia for past glory and admiration for these famous athletes who left an indelible mark on American sports history.

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