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Important Events in the History of the Washington Redskins

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  • Washington Redskins Born

    Washington Redskins Born
    The Boston Redskins (est. Jul 9, 1932) transfer to Washington approved by NFL. The Washington Redskins officially born.
  • First Franchise World Championship

    First Franchise World Championship
    1937 NFL Championship The Washington Redskins earn their first world championship Washington Redskins top the Chicago Bears 28-21 to obtain their fist ever NFL championship.
  • Redskins televised by American Oil Company

    Redskins televised by American Oil Company
    American Oil announced plans to televise the entire Redskins season, making the Redskins the first team in NFL history to have an entire season televised.
  • Redskins Home Debut at New Stadium

    Redskins Home Debut at New Stadium
    RFK Stadium Events History The Redskins play their first home game at the newly appointed home stadium, RFK Stadium (aka D.C. Stadium). They lost to the Giants 24-21.
  • George Allen Hired as Head Coach and GM

    George Allen Hired as Head Coach and GM
    The Allen era begins as the Redskins hire George Allen as team head coach and general manager. Allen had worked magic on the Los Angeles Rams and transformed them into a powerhouse,
  • Joe Gibbs Named Head Coach

    Joe Gibbs Named Head Coach
    Greatest Redskins - Joe Gibbs Joe Gibbs, San Diego Chargers offensive coordinator, is hired as the head coach for the Redskins. Gibbs would lead the redskins to three Superbowl championships.
  • Redskins win first Superbowl

    Redskins win first Superbowl
    Super Bowl XVII Washington Redskins defeat the Miami Dolphins 27-17 to win their first Superbowl Championship
  • Sean Taylor Passes Away

    Sean Taylor Passes Away
    Taylor Dies After Being Shot at Home Probowl safety Sean Taylor passes away after being shot in his Miami home. Sean is later inducted into the Redskins Ring of Fame.
  • Redskins begin 2015 Season

    Redskins begin 2015 Season
    Washingont Redskins begin the 2015 season at home agains the Miami Dolphins. They lose that game 10-17 and start the season off with a shaky 2-1 record.
  • Redskins Earn Second Superbowl Title

    Redskins Earn Second Superbowl Title
    Redskins top Broncos in Super Bowl XXII The Washington Redskins demolish the Denver Broncos 42-10 to earn their secon ever world title. Redskins set 20 Superbowl records during the game.
  • Skins Win Superbowl Title #3

    Skins Win Superbowl Title #3
    Superbowl XXVI Statistics Redskins defeat the Buffalo Bills 37-24 in Superbowl XXVI to win their third Superbowl title. Quarterback Mark Rypien named MVP, completing 18-33 passes and throwing for 292 yards.