In 1936, the US rowing 8 from the University of Washington won gold in the Olympics. It inspired Daniel James Brown’s book, ‘The Boys in the Boat.’

Also in 1936, the US won the first gold medal in basketball. The game was played outside during a rain storm.

In 1977, Lanny Wadkins won the PGA Championship. It was his only major title.

In 1959, the AFL was officially formed.

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NBA 75 and Golf Round I'll Never Forget Promo for Firefly Books