George Preston Marshall
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About
American businessman who is best known for founding the Washington Commanders, an American football franchise belonging to the National Football League. When he founded them, they were called the Bosten Braves. In 1963, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Before Fame
He briefly attended Randolph-Macon College before dropping out at the age of 18. In 1926, he financed the Washington Palace Five basketball team.
Trivia
He was a supporter of racial segregation and was the last NFL owner to integrate African Americans onto a roster in 1962.
Family Life
He is the son of Blanche Preston Marshall and Thomas Hildebrand Marshall. He was married to Corinne Griffith from 1936 to 1958. He had two children, Catherine Marshall Price and George Preston Marshall Jr. with his ex-wife Elizabeth Morton.
Associated With
He once berated Pittsburgh Steelers owner Art Rooney when he drove up salaries by signing University of Colorado star Byron White for $15,800.
