Town of Crossville

Historical marker location:

Crossville, Alabama

( Marker is at the intersection of Main Street (Alabama Route 68) and Gaines Street, on the right when traveling east on Main Street.)

Marker installed: 2010

More history nearby

The Church Bell

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The March to the Sea

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In Memory of Emma Sansom

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Social Circle

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Hightower Trail

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The University of Alabama was the site of one of the most dramatic moments in college football history. In 1970, legendary Alabama head coach Bear Bryant walked onto the field during a game against Southern California and ordered his team to remove their helmets as a sign of respect for the recent passing of USC's coach.