Here They Are in All Their Glory!

The Uniforms of the New England Patriots

Bask in the Tradition. Bask in the Memories.

Titled “True Patriot Love” and Licensed by Major League Baseball,

the Artwork is available in two framed presentations:

An eye-catching framed-and-matted print measuring 12” x 21” that sells for only $52 each—which is an exceptional value for a fully assembled Artpiece of this size. And a dramatic 19” x 39” triple-matted high-quality print (a Letter of Authenticity is included) that is limited to an edition size of only 299 and sells for the discounted cost of $399.

Please note your Artwork will arrive at your door in 7 to 10 days when you place your order. And needless to say, there is a 30-day full moneyback guarantee. In addition, The Greatest-Scapes pays all shipping costs and any required sales tax!

The Greatest-Scapes also offers the option of an interest-free Extended Payment Plan for credit card orders. For the $52 framed print, you can pay $26.00 upfront and the balance of $26.00 thirty days later. While the $399 framed Limited Edition can be purchased with an initial $133, and payments of $133 billed thirty and sixty days later.

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And this Artwork evokes an unmistakably Classic quality. Indeed, it will look at home next to a diploma or a work of fine art. Whether you hang it on a wall or lean it on a shelf or mantle, the Artwork will make a striking impression.

Please keep in mind, though, the visuals depicted here on the website simply can not do justice to the detail and quality of the actual Artwork.

Please note the uniform images shown are produced from hand-painted watercolor paintings. The publisher chose this route, rather than photographs, because in many cases original jerseys no longer exist, even at the various halls of fame. In addition, a more consistent look and feel for the uniforms is achieved by painting them, and allows for a higher level of detail than a photograph in some cases.

Here, then, is a detailed description of the 12” x 21” Artpiece that sells for only $52 each. It consists of a 5” x 15” paper print that is housed in a black frame with a textured black mat. The black mat has a white groove cut into it, thus adding depth and beauty to the piece. Weighing approximately four pounds, the Artwork is protected by unbreakable Plexiglas and includes a “hanger” on the back to allow for easy hanging. The black frame—and especially the textured black mat with white groove—makes this a truly stunning Artpiece.

The above is an example of the 12” x 21” Artpiece, which depicts the Washington Redskins.

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As for the 19” x 39” Limited Edition Artwork, please note each Artwork is printed on 115-lb Garda Gloss stock and then mounted to avoid any rippling effects. As for its matting and framing, the Limited Edition is triple-matted in an acid-free framing style. The outer mat is a rich, black textured mat with white core. The middle and inner mat colors have been selected to complement the team’s colors and the overall framed piece. The matting is framed to create a shadow box effect, giving the entire framed piece a unique three-dimensional look. The frame is an exquisite solid wood frame finished with a rich black matte texture, chosen to complement all three mats and the print itself. Finally, the Artpiece is protected by high-quality framing glass; the total weight of the Artpiece being approximately 10 pounds.

The above is an example of the 19” x 39” Limited Edition Artpiece,

which depicts the New York Yankees.

Here then is the history of the Patriots’ Uniforms …

#1.

1960 Billy Sullivan Jr., a Boston businessman with a strong sports background, secured an AFL franchise on November 22, 1959. In keeping with New England history, the nickname Patriots was selected by a panel of Boston sportswriters because of the area's heritage as the birthplace of the American Revolution.

The Boston team was involved in two significant "firsts" in 1960. On July 30, the Patriots defeated the Buffalo Bills in the first AFL pre-season game. Then, on September 9, they lost to the Denver Broncos, 13-10, in the first-ever AFL regular-season game.

The AFL began in 1960 as an 8 team rival league to the NFL. Both leagues competed head to head for players, fans and broadcast revenue. This was the way it was from 1960 to 1965 - two separate leagues, and two separate champions (although few people would have honestly believed that the AFL champion could have beaten the NFL champs).

Then in 1965 the two leagues agreed to merge. It was decided that beginning in 1970 there would be only one league, the NFL. In the interim, between 1966 and 1969, the AFL Champion would play the NFL Champion for the "World Championship". It was only after the first World Championship had been played in 1966 that the name "Super Bowl" came into being.

The New England Patriots began life as the Boston Patriots when the AFL began in 1960. Joining the AFL as charter members were the Dallas Texans (now Kansas City Chiefs); Denver Broncos; Los Angeles Chargers (now San Diego Chargers); Houston Oilers (now Tennessee Titans); New York Titans (now New York Jets); Buffalo Bills and the Oakland Raiders.

During the Patriots' first decade, finding a suitable playing home in the Boston area was almost as urgent as putting a competitive team on the field. The Patriots played at Boston University Field in 1960 and 1961 and at Harvard in 1962 and again in 1970. From 1963 to 1969, the Patriots played at Fenway Park, home to baseball's Red Sox. In 1971, the team changed its name from the Boston Patriots to the New England Patriots and finally found a permanent home in Foxboro, Mass.

In spite of their stadium problems, the Patriots were frequent contenders during their AFL days. Mike Holovak, who replaced Lou Saban midway into the 1961 season, is the winningest coach in team history, with a 53-47-9 record. His best season was 1963, when the Patriots defeated Buffalo, 26-8, in a one-game playoff for the AFL East crown. New England lost the championship game to San Diego, 51-10.

This red home jersey has white numbers on the front and on both shoulders and sleeves, and the sleeves have blue and white stripes on the shoulders. The helmet is white with red and blue stripes, and includes the players number and a "Tricornered" hat.

#2.

1964 During the Patriots' first decade, finding a suitable playing home in the Boston area was almost as urgent as putting a competitive team on the field. The Patriots played at Boston University Field in 1960 and 1961 and at Harvard in 1962 and again in 1970. From 1963 to 1969, the Patriots played at Fenway Park, home to baseball's Red Sox. In 1971, the team changed its name from the Boston Patriots to the New England Patriots and finally found a permanent home in Foxboro, Mass.

The patriots had a strong season finishing 10-3, good for second best in the Eastern Division behind the eventual AFC Champions Buffalo Bills.

The team was lead by QB Babe Parilli who passed for 3,465 yards and 31 td's.

On January 5th, the AFL Championship Game was played in San Diego at Balboa stadium in front of 30,127 fans. Unfortunately, the Chargers were too strong for the Patriots and won the game 51-10.

This red jersey had removed the numbers from the shoulders, and added blue and white stripes around the arms. Note the logo on the helmet has changed to a minuteman hiking the ball.

#3.

1969 The period of time between 1966 and 1969 warrants a bit of explanation. The 8 team AFL began in 1960 as a rival league to the NFL - both leagues competed head to head for players, fans and TV revenue. And thus it was for 5 years - two separate leagues, two separate champions (although few people would have honestly believed that the AFL champion could have beaten the NFL champs). Then in 1965 the two leagues agreed to merge. It was decided that beginning in 1970 there would be only one league, the NFL, and that between 1966 and 1969 the AFL Champion would play the NFL Champion for the "World Championship". It was only after the first World Championship had been played in 1966 that the name "Super Bowl" came into being.

Thus the 1966 season saw the first meeting of the AFL and NFL champions, with the NFL Champion Green Bay Packers humbling the AFL's KC Chiefs 33-10. (Even though the game was played in 1967, most football historians refer to this as the 1966 Super Bowl because it was the culmination of the 1966 season.) The NFL superiority was on display again in 1967, when the NFL's Packers pounded the AFL's Raiders 33-14.

Then came 1968 and the stunning upset - the AFL's NY Jets shocked the football world by beating the NFL's heavily favored Baltimore Colts 16-7.

Thus the stage was set for the Super Bowl IV, the last meeting between the AFL and NFL Champions.

The Patriots finished this season with a losing record of 4-10.

Note the sleeves on this jersey. They are now shorter, with blue and red stripes along the edge. Note the change of the mask on the helmet. Also of note, the player number is now on the back of the helmet, along with the logo of a minuteman hiking the ball.

#4A.

1971 During the Patriots' first decade, finding a suitable playing home in the Boston area was almost as urgent as putting a competitive team on the field. The Patriots played at Boston University Field in 1960 and 1961 and at Harvard in 1962 and again in 1970. From 1963 to 1969, the Patriots played at Fenway Park, home to baseball's Red Sox. In 1971, the team changed its name from the Boston Patriots to the New England Patriots and finally found a permanent home in Foxboro, Mass.

The Patriots finished this season in third place with a 6-8 record.

This red jersey has added stripes along the neckline, and changed the stripes on the arms. Note the change to the mask of the helmet. As well, the logo is one of a minuteman hiking the ball. Note that the player number has been removed from the back of the helmet.

#4B.

1976 After the AFL-NFL merger in 1970, the Patriots suffered through a string of losing seasons. But in the late 1970's, they became serious contenders once again. The 1976 Patriots finished 11-3 and lost a close game in the first round of the playoffs to the eventual Super Bowl champion Oakland Raiders by score of 24 - 21. They won the AFC Eastern championship in 1978 and finished a close second in 1979.

QB Steve Grogan passed 1903 yards and 18 td's.

This white jersey has red numbers on the front and sleeves which are outlined in blue. The stripes on the arms are now larger, and the stripes along the neckline have been removed. The mask on the helmet has changed. Note that the player number has been re-added, and the logo is one of a minuteman hiking the ball.

#5A.

1978 After the AFL-NFL merger in 1970, the Patriots suffered through a string of losing seasons. But in the late 1970's, they became serious contenders once again.

The 1976 Patriots finished 11-3 and lost a close game in the first round of the playoffs to the eventual Super Bowl champion Oakland Raiders. They won the AFC Eastern Championship in 1978 and finished a close second in 1979.

QB Steve Grogan led the Patriots once again passing 2824 yards and 15 td's.

This white jersey with red numbers on the front and sleeves which are outlines with blue, has changed the colour of stripes on the arms from blue to turquoise. Note the player number has one again been removed from the back of the helmet. The mask is changed as well, however the logo of a minuteman hiking the ball stays the same as previous years.

#5B.

1984 This season had Raymond Berry take over as coach and lead the Patriots to a 51-41-0 record over the next five and a half years. Berry took over from coach Ron Meyer, who in 2 seasons had an 18-15 record.

This season sees the Patriots finish second with a 9-7 record. However, they didn't make the playoffs.

In the 1983 draft, the Patriots had the opportunity to draft QB Dan Marino. Instead, they passed him over for QB Tony Eason. This proved worthy as he led the Patriots with 3228 yards and 23 td's in only his second year with the team.

This red home jersey has white numbering on the front and sleeves which are outlined in blue. The stripes on the arms have moved, and now run around the shoulders. The patch you see on the left shoulder of the jersey celebrates the AFL's silver anniversary from 1960 to 1984. Note the mask on the helmet has changed.

#6.

1985 This season would see Coach Raymond Berry's team finish with an 11-5 record, earning them a wild-card playoff berth. New England won three playoff games on the road and advanced to the Super Bowl for the first time in team history.

In Super Bowl XX, New England lost to the Chicago Bears 46-10 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans in front of 73,818 fans. The game marked the end of G John Hannah's career. In 1991, Hannah would become the first Patriot to be elected to the Hall of Fame.

Although they lost in Super Bowl XX, the following year would prove interesting as they finish with an 11-5 record, finding themselves playing Denver in the AFC Divisional Playoff game. Played in Denver at Mile High Stadium before 76,105 fans, the Patriots couldn't hold on for a win, losing 17-22.

This red home jersey duplicates the 1984 jersey, excluding the patch on the left shoulder. Note the mask of the helmet has changed.

#7.

1988 Under the new ownership of Victor K. Kiam II, the Patriots finish third in the AFC Eastern Division with a record of 9-7.

Playing for the Patriots for three seasons, QB Doug Flutie only led the team once - in 1988 - passing 1150 yards and 8 td's.

FB John Stevens had a great year rushing 1168 yards and 4 td's.

This white away jersey has red numbers on the arms and front, which are outlined in blue. The stripes around the shoulders have slightly changed, with the red, white, and blue stripes. Note the change of the mask on the helmet. The players number has been re-added on the back of the helmet.

#8.

1993 In recent years, New England ownership has changed often, from Billy Sullivan to Victor K. Kiam II in 1988, and then to James B. Orthwein in 1992. The Patriots begin to feel the change under new ownership, and finish the season with a 5-11 record.

G John Hannah was inducted into the Football Hall of Fame in 1991. He played his entire career with the Patriots from 1973 through to the Super Bowl season of 1985. Regarded by many as the greatest guard to ever play the game, he was the first Patriot player to be inducted.

One of two Patriots voted to the NFL's 75th anniversary team, he played in 183 games, which ranks fourth in franchise history. He only missed five games due to injuries during his 13-year career. He was also selected to nine Pro Bowls (1976, 1978 - 85); a Patriots team record. Called "The Greatest Offensive Lineman of All Time" by Sports Illustrated in their Aug. 3, 1981 cover story, he had been elected by his peers as the Offensive Lineman of the Year for four straight seasons (1978 - 81).

He powered an offensive line which helped set an NFL record with 3,165 rushing yards in 1978 - a record which has not been challenged in 17 seasons. Hannah was the first rookie offensive lineman in franchise history to start in his NFL debut. The Alabama product played for the legendary Coach Paul "Bear" Bryant and was drafted fourth overall by the Patriots in the 1973 NFL draft.

If you look closely at this jersey, you will note a smaller patch of the NFL shield on the jersey's neckline. Most NFL uniforms added the NFL logo patch to the neck and upper left thigh of the pants beginning in 1991 - an exception being in 1994 when teams occasionally wore "throwback" uniforms celebrating the NFL's 75th anniversary.

This blue jersey is just the beginning of a brand new uniform. The numbers move from the arms to the shoulders, making room for the new logo, which also appears on the side of the helmet, which is now silver. The pants are also changed, starting with a blue stripe which leads into smaller vertical stripes of red and blue. Also of note to the new silver helmets, the mask has been changed, opening the eyes and allowing for a better view of the field.

#9.

1994 In recent years, New England ownership has changed often, from Billy Sullivan to Victor K. Kiam II in 1988, to James B. Orthwein in 1992 and finally to Robert Kraft in 1994. The team doesn't let this change affect them as they work their way to a 10-6 record.

In 1994 the NFL celebrated its 75th anniversary (1920 - 1994). As part of the 75th anniversary celebrations, during selected games during the 1994 season, teams wore uniforms and helmets designed to resemble those from an earlier season in the team's history. The 75th anniversary was also commemorated by the diamond patch on the upper left part of the torso - this patch was worn on all 1994 jerseys whether they were "throwback" jerseys or not. While some teams wore the "throwback" uniforms for only a few games, others used them for most of the season - for instance the San Francisco 49ers wore them for almost the entire season, including the Super Bowl.

If you look closely at this jersey, you will note a smaller patch the NFL shield on the jersey's neckline. Most NFL uniforms added the NFL logo patch to the neck and upper left thigh of the pants beginning in 1991 - an exception being in 1994 when teams occasionally wore their "throwback" uniforms.

This white away jersey has non-outlined numbers on the front and the sleeves, as it is meant to look like their 1969 jerseys. They made a few changes, adding vertical stripes on the shoulders, with the addition of the NFL's 75th anniversary patch. Note the logo on the helmet has also changed back to the minuteman hiking the ball.

#10.

1996 In recent years, New England ownership has changed often, from Billy Sullivan to Victor K. Kiam II in 1988, to James B. Orthwein in 1992 and finally to Robert Kraft in 1994. With highly-regarded coach Bill Parcells in charge, the Patriots won the AFC Championship in 1996 and earned a trip to their second Super Bowl. With new coach Pete Carroll and stars such as Drew Bledsoe and Curtis Martin, the Patriots anticipate the future with confidence and enthusiasm.

On January 12th, the AFC Championship Game was played, with the Patriots coming out champions against the Jaguars, winning the game 20 - 6. The Patriots then moved on to play in Super Bowl XXXI, where they were defeated by the Green Bay Packers by a score of 35 - 21.

This white jersey has added the new logo on the shoulders, moving the numbers to the arms. The numbers on the arms and on the front of the jersey have been shadowed with blue, and adding the team name under the NFL shield. The helmet has been changed back to silver, with the new logo being added to the sides, while also adding the players numbers on the back. The mask has changed shapes, along with the colour.

#11.

2001 With players like QB Drew Bledsoe, QB Tom Brady, RB Antowain Smith and RB Kevin Faulk in the lineup, the Patriots play to another winning season, going 11 - 5 for first overall in the East.

This blue jersey with silver stripes around the shoulders has silver numbers on the front and shoulders outlined in red. Note the logo has been moved to the arms. Note as well the mask on the helmet has changed. A note of interest - if you could see the back of the helmet, you would see an American flag honoring the heroes of the tragic events of September 11th, 2001. And speaking of heroes—the gridiron kind—the Patriots earn the title of 2001 World Champions.

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The New England Patriots: “True Patriot Love”

TRADITION… MEMORIES… CLASSY…

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