Author R.C. Christiansen has released another outstanding book looking at early professional football in his latest book Mill City Scrum. We learn about early Minnesota Pro Football, including the state's first pro team, the Minneapolis Marines. The team, their seasons, players, and even the Red Jackets, and more are included in this fun trip back in time.

Ryan "R. C." Christiansen is a lecturer in the Department of English at North Dakota State University and a member of the Professional Football Researchers Association. Link to Mill City Scrum Website

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