Roosevelt “Rosey” Brown, Jr.
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Markerman62
N 38° 01.934 W 078° 29.695
17S E 719860 N 4212354
Local football player who ultimately was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame after an outstanding career.
Waymark Code: WM12YNR
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 08/08/2020
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Roosevelt Brown, Jr. (1932-2004) was born in Charlottesville and played football at Jefferson High School, the City’s only African-American High School. Following a stellar career he attended Morgan State University where he was named to the Black All-American Team In 1952. Upon graduation Rosey was drafted by the New York Giants where he became a stand-out offensive lineman, earning numerous Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors. His career culminated with the sport’s ultimate individual achievement, induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1975.
Marker Number: None
Marker Title: Roosevelt “Rosey” Brown, Jr.
Marker Location: At Main Street (US Bus 250) and Roosevelt Brown Boulevard, Charlottesville
County or Independent City: Charlottesville
Web Site: [Web Link]
Marker Program Sponsor: Unknown
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