Soldier Field, a historic multi-purpose stadium in Chicago, opened in 1924 and stands as the oldest in both the NFL and MLS. It has been the proud home of the Chicago Bears since 1971 and Chicago Fire FC since 2020, currently seating 62,500 spectators, making it the NFL's smallest stadium.
Originally dedicated as "Grant Park Stadium," it was formally renamed Soldier Field on November 11, 1925, to honor U.S. soldiers who died in World War I. While a major 2002-2003 renovation modernized its facilities, it also lowered the stadium's seating capacity and led to its delisting as a National Historic Landmark in 2006.
Despite these changes, its iconic Neoclassical design endures. Soldier Field boasts a rich history of hosting momentous events, including the 1994 FIFA World Cup, the inaugural 1968 Special Olympics, and large rallies featuring speeches by figures such as Franklin D. Roosevelt and Martin Luther King Jr., solidifying its legacy as a significant American landmark.
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