Memorial, Hanger Stadium
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Title: Memorial, Hanger Stadium
Description: There is an historical inaccuracy in the plaque text. According to the Board of Regents notes, as well as an article in the Richmond Register, the stadium was named after Harry B. Hanger, William Arnold Hanger's father. Plaque text: "On this site stood Hanger Stadium [1936-1968], a picturesque football and track facility which also served as home for hundreds of Eastern athletes during its 33-year history. Named for W. Arnold Hanger [sic], one of the university's great benefactors. Hanger Stadium was lighted and a cinder track encircled its football field. Living quarters for athletes were provided underneath its concrete stands. The site for 139 Eastern football games. Maroon teams won 88, lost 44 and tied 7 during the stadium's history. The stadium seated 4,000 spectators and additional seating for approximately 4,000 persons was provided by the bleachers on the north side and east end of the field." There is an article on the dedication on p. 11 of the September 1977 Eastern Alumnus (16.2).
Source: Historical Resources
Date: 1977-05-14
Format: plaque
Type: physical object
Identifier: H0000171
Creator: Alumni Association
Coverage: Memorial Plaza
