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History of the Baltimore Colts

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TRAILER - Forgotten Dynasty: An Oral History of the Baltimore Colts

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History of the Baltimore Colts (1953-1983)

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Baltimore Colts art and uniform history

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The History of the Colts

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Story of late Baltimore Colts' Jim Duncan becomes subject for podcast

The professional American football team now known as the Indianapolis Colts played in Baltimore, Maryland, as the Baltimore Colts from its founding in 1953 to 1984. The team was named for Baltimore's history of horse breeding and racing. It was the second incarnation of the Baltimore Colts, the first having played for three years in the All-America Football Conference and one in the National Football League (NFL). The 1953–83 Baltimore Colts team played its home games at Memorial Stadium.
    • Franchise history 

    • AAFC Baltimore Colts 

    • NFL Dallas Texans 

    • 1953–1967: Johnny Unitas era 

    • 1968–1972: Merger and Super Bowl V 

    • 1972–1976: Bob Irsay arrives 

    • 1976–1983: Last days 

    • Move to Indianapolis 

    • Continuity