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Eddie LeBaron

## #14 Eddie LeBaron Quarterback 1952-53, 55-59
Known as the "Lil' General"… Pro Bowl selection in 1956, 1957, 1959 and 1963 (with Dallas)… Inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1980.

Most memorable moment with the Redskins was beating the conference leading Cleveland Browns during the 1955 season… Also proud of NFL career longevity… Greatest inspiration was time spent in the Marines as a rifle platoon leader in Korea… Awarded Purple Heart.

The Redskins defined "camaraderie and gave me the thrill of being part of this great game"… Still gets chills when he hears the Redskins' fight song… Most admired teammate was Sammy Baugh, who told him "do it your way"… Following his football career, he served as general manager of the Atlanta Falcons and practiced law.

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