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Lombardi, Vince

Lombardi, lom BAHR dee, Vince (1913-1970), became one of the most successful coaches in National Football League (NFL) history. Lombardi served as head coach and general manager of the Green Bay Packers for nine seasons beginning in 1959. He remained as general manager of the Packers in 1968. Lombardi's Green Bay teams won 89 games, lost 29, and had 4 ties. They won five NFL championships. His teams won the first two Super Bowls, in 1967 and 1968. Lombardi was known for his philosophy of hard… More »

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