The Packers in Milwaukee: A Farewell Season Spanning Decades
Ah, the Green Bay Packers. A team practically synonymous with cheeseheads, frigid Lambeau Field, and...Milwaukee? Believe it or not, the Pack called Wisconsin's largest city a "home away from home" for a good chunk of their history. But for how long exactly? Let's grab a Spotted Cow (or your favorite beverage) and delve into this tale of two cities (and a whole lot of cheese curds).
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From Humble Beginnings to Split Loyalties (1933-1994)
The year is 1933. The Great Depression is in full swing, and the Packers are looking to boost their bottom line. Enter Milwaukee, a city with a growing population and a hankering for some pro football excitement. Thus began a unique era where the Packers played half their home games in Green Bay's cozy Lambeau Field and the other half in Milwaukee's increasingly swanky stadiums (we're lookin' at you, County Stadium).
This back-and-forth continued for over six DECADES! Can you imagine the travel nightmare for these guys? "Honey, pack my cheesehead, we're playing the Bears...in Milwaukee...again."
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Why Did They Play in Milwaukee Anyway?
There are a couple of reasons, folks. Firstly, Green Bay, bless its heart, is a small town. Back then, it simply couldn't accommodate the growing fanbase. Milwaukee, with its bigger stadiums, offered a solution (and more cheese curds, we presume). Secondly, some sneaky businessmen in Milwaukee saw an opportunity to rake in the cash with a pro football team. It was a win-win...for a while.
The Farewell Season and a Cheesehead Divided (1994)
By the 1990s, the shine had worn off the Milwaukee experiment. Lambeau Field had undergone renovations, making Green Bay a more attractive option. Additionally, some Milwaukee fans felt a growing disconnect with the team. The "Lombardi legacy," as they called it, seemed to reside solely in Green Bay.
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So, in 1994, after 61 years of playing in Milwaukee, the Packers decided to make Lambeau Field their permanent home. It was a bittersweet goodbye for some Milwaukee fans, but a new chapter for the Packers.
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Fun Fact: The last game the Packers played in Milwaukee was a thrilling 21-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons. Talk about going out on a cheesehead high!
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Frequently Asked Questions (Cheesehead Edition)
How to know if you're a Milwaukee Packers Fan (even though they don't play there anymore):
- Do you reflexively cheer for the cheesehead wherever they play? (Yes? You're in!)
- Do you still have a vintage "Packers in Milwaukee" t-shirt tucked away in your closet? (We won't judge.)
- Does the mere mention of County Stadium evoke a powerful sense of nostalgia? (Then you, my friend, are a true Milwaukee Packer fan.)
How to deal with your existential dread now that the Packers don't play in Milwaukee:
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- Binge-watch highlights of their glory days in County Stadium.
- Stock up on cheese curds and Spotted Cow.
- Plan a trip to Lambeau Field for a truly immersive Packers experience.
How to convince your friends you're a bigger Packers fan than them:
- Drop obscure knowledge about the Milwaukee era, like the time Bart Starr threw a touchdown pass in a blizzard.
- Wear your most outrageously cheese-filled Packers gear.
- Out-eat them all at a tailgate party. (Cheese curds are key here.)
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