FOLLOW the story of the Vanderbilt Commodores from 1906 onwards, told through original newspaper reports as they were published at the time. From the 1955 Gator Bowl victory to the 41 – 18 win over Tennessee in 2012, and the 40 – 35 triumph over Alabama in 2024. Choose from a range of book covers and personalise your book with a name and message to create a lasting keepsake. A piece of Vanderbilt Commodores history to gift, share, and relive.
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STEP into the story of the Vanderbilt Commodores with a book of authentic newspaper articles,
curated by Historic Newspapers. This edition documents key milestones in the team’s history —
exactly as they were reported at the time. Relive pivotal Commodores’ moments, including:
– The first bowl victory, defeating Auburn 25 – 13 in the 1955 Gator Bowl
– The largest margin of victory with a 41 – 18 win over Tennessee in 2012
– The first-ever win against a top-ranked opponent, beating Alabama 40 – 35 in 2024
Choose from a range of book covers and personalise your copy with a name and message to
transform it into a lasting keepsake. Whether for a fan, a history enthusiast, or someone who
remembers it all first-hand — you hold not just a gift, but a piece of Vanderbilt Commodores’
history ready to be passed on.
Archivist insight: We reproduce these newspaper articles from scan archives. In some cases, there’ll be blemishes and the reproduction quality might not be as clear or precise as it was in the original paper.
Cover: Hardback
Size: Tabloid 11" x 13.9"
Pages: 140+
Paper source: our books use responsibly sourced paper from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified paper manufacturers.
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