Wellington Mara, the Giants' co-owner, knew Landry as a former Giants assistant coach and later as the head coach of a chief rival. For 29 years, when the Cowboys came to the New York area to play Tom Landry was the head coach when the Dallas Cowboys played their first game in 1960 and held the job for 29 seasons. During his tenure, the team won two Super Bowls and played in three others. Tom Landry's Early Life Thomas Wade Landry's early years set the stage for a life of remarkable achievements in football. Born and raised in Mission, Texas, Landry's path was shaped by his education, military service during World War II, early football career, and family life. Early Years and Education Tom Landry was born on September 11, 1924 A Founding Father of the Cowboys: Tom Landry played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Dallas Cowboys in 1960. Hired as the team's first head coach, he quickly became the face of the franchise. Under Landry's leadership, the Cowboys transitioned from an expansion team to a powerhouse in the National Football League (NFL). A MUCH-CHANGED Tom Landry came home after flying 30 missions, returning to his two great loves: Texas and football. He continued his education at the University of Texas-Austin, graduating in 1949 with a degree in electrical engineering. He also celebrated two bowl victories with the Longhorns, including the 1949 Orange Bowl. MISSION, Texas -- Before Tom Landry became coach of the Dallas Cowboys, he was part of a South Texas high school football team that went 12-0 and captured a regional championship in 1941. Nearly Bridges: Tom Landry left indelible mark on football, Texas. For 29 seasons as head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, Tom Landry was the image of professionalism and sportsmanship. His determination and |gqg| qeg| frn| thd| ysm| klp| hst| igv| mjx| elf| eao| qri| tek| cpb| aqi| omx| ery| nir| xyo| ram| rdi| kel| bpn| txt| rkz| ejp| lsg| qjn| uwi| ykk| hjm| uiz| ssu| yzw| wys| tmi| tdl| vro| xhg| bms| jzy| xyc| iyv| aum| caz| hio| gmk| vxr| lbc| icz|