T-38 Talon

Historical marker location:

1 Tranquilty Base, Huntsville, Alabama

( Marker can be reached from Tranquilty Base, 0.4 miles west of Madison Pike, on the left when traveling west.)

Supersonic Jet Trainer.

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.