Jim Brown Inducted into U.S. Army ROTC Hall of Fame

SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Orange football legend Jim Brown has been selected for induction into the U.S. Army ROTC National Hall of Fame, the Syracuse University Office of Veteran and Military Affairs announced on Friday, June 10.

Brown is one of two University alums in this year's inaugural induction class, along with Maj. Gen. Peggy Combs. The pair will be recognized later today in a formal ceremony at Fort Knox, Ky., commemorating the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the ROTC.

"Major General Peggy Combs and Jim Brown have justly earned this esteemed honor," said Syracuse University Vice Chancellor for Veteran and Military Affairs Dr. Mike Haynie. "Their character, service, and achievements exemplify the spirit of 'Duty, Honor, and Country.' They have made their fellow cadets, veterans, and the military-connected community at their alma mater and across the country extremely proud."

One of the greatest athletes of the 20th century, Brown graduated from Syracuse in 1957 and was commissioned as a second lieutenant through the Army ROTC. Shortly after graduation, Brown entered the NFL Draft and was selected sixth overall by the Cleveland Browns. He also continued his military training commitment at Ft. Benning, Ga. as an Army Reserve officer. Brown continued to serve for four more years and was honorably discharged from the Army Reserve with the rank of captain.

In 1957, Brown was named the NFL's Most Valuable Player, Rookie of the Year, and won the league's rushing title, all while serving as an Army Reserve officer. Through his commitment to service, Brown exemplified the character and commitment expected of a leader and officer in the United States Army. Over the next eight years, Brown won three more league MVP awards, was elected to play in every Pro Bowl, and led the NFL in rushing seven more times.

A four-sport letterwinner for the Orange, Brown was named the University's Athlete of the Year in 1956-57. He is the only man enshrined in the College Football Hall of Fame (1995) and National Lacrosse Hall of Fame (1984). He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1971, his first year of eligibility.

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Jim Brown Inducted into U.S. Army ROTC Hall of Fame

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