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The 1962 NFL Team Photo Promotion

In 1962, the orange powdered breakfast beverage known as Tang ran a promotional giveaway where a few...

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FOOTBALL TEAM | Chicago Bears

"The 1962 NFL Team Photo Promotion"

Last updated 📅 2025-06-23

In 1962, the orange powdered breakfast beverage known as Tang ran a promotional giveaway where a few lucky fans who sent in proof of purchase items received over a dozen pictures.

One team photo of each of the existing National Football League franchises. I am one of the lucky ones to have a complete set given to me years ago, and now I can share them with all in the Pigpen.

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  • FOOTBALL TEAM: Ba, Chicago Bears, Chicago Cardinals, Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, Los Angeles Rams, New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, Washington Redskins
  • PROFOOTBALL: 1962
  • SPORTS: NFL
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