April 2007 Lelands - Gaynor > Photo Collection > Football
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Lot 600: Roy ‘Wrong Way’ Riegels Wire Photo
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Nice 1955 re-issue of a 1929 image of one of the most celebrated
sports foul-ups of all-time. New Years Day 1929. Georgia Tech vs.
University of California in the Rose Bowl. UCAL players surround
teammate Roy Riegels after he is brought to the ground on the 1 yard
line after a brilliant 64 yard run--- IN THE WRONG DIRECTION! The
wrong way play led to Georgia Tech safety which was the ultimate
victory margin. This historic image is 6 x 8 and is NM in condition,
clarity and contrast.
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