adame wrote:well explain it tell us of your wonderful WDE history
no offense, but aren't you the guy that thinks vegas gives 7 points for homefield advantage?
anyway, since you asked here goes:
"War Eagle" is Auburn's battle cry (not a mascot or nickname)
The story about the battle cry dates back to the first time Auburn met Georgia on the football field in 1892 and centers around a spectator who was a veteran of the Civil War.
In the stands with him that day was an eagle the old soldier had found on a battlefield during the war. He had kept it as a pet for almost 30 years. According to witnesses, the eagle suddenly broke free and began majestically circling the playing field. As the eagle soared, Auburn began a steady march toward the Georgia end zone for a thrilling victory. Elated at their team's play and taking the bird's presence as an omen of success, Auburn students and fans began to yell "War Eagle" to spur on their team. At the game's end, the eagle took a sudden dive, crashed into the ground, and died. But the battle cry "War Eagle" lived on to become a symbol of the proud Auburn spirit.
There are two words that give you a sense of belonging even when you are far from home. And when you hear them, you know you’re with family: “War Eagle.” For hundreds of thousands of people worldwide, Auburn is family.
If you have never witnessed the pre-game flight of the eagle, you have missed out on one of the most iconic moments in college football!
get it? now it's your turn... explain the cowbell.
"Sir, I never take a chance when shooting waterfowl...
I believe in hitting him very hard with big shot from a big gun....."
-Nash Buckingham