I remember reading a nice article on Chuck in the 80s, telling of his experiences in a B-17 when he was still quite young, possibly in his teens, as well as his football career.
I still proudly own his gorgeous 1951 Bowman card, as well as his very eye-appealing 1961 Fleer, and the amazing 1962 Salada Coin, which I think is a short print.
Regardless, this is not the time, I guess. I salute one great man. The next time you sing our National Anthem, and you come to the words "whom so proudly we hail", think of Chuck Bednarik.
He's the kind of guy that made our country great.
May God comfort his family, and may he enjoy heaven with the Lord.
--Brian Powell
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