This is the true story of why Auburn fans say War Eagle

What is the meaning of War Eagle, and why do Auburn fans say “War Eagle”? There are many tales, but this is the true legend of War Eagle. And it’s probably not the story you’ve heard before.

[@monique6674]

War eagle!

[@remydaitch9815]

War Eagle goes back to Roman times as a sign on the battlefield. Golden War Eagle was the Roman standard. Auburn War Eagle most likely from the cadet.

[@satanwasframed5083]

If only our state was known for intelligence rather than football. What a waste

[@remydaitch9815]

The coaches are pretty clever..

[@satanwasframed5083]

@@remydaitch9815 😂 football is a waste of that intelligence. Imagine if we put the same amount of money in scientific programs

[@remydaitch9815]

@@satanwasframed5083 that's a vague statement. what programs are you thinking of? give me your top 10.

[@satanwasframed5083]

@@remydaitch9815 no you thinking football is going to help the country/world in any way/shape/form is vague. Any scientific program is more useful than watching guys in tights tackle each other. There's websites for that sort of thing

[@remydaitch9815]

@@satanwasframed5083 u mad bro?? show me on the doll where football touched you.