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Duke Men's Basketball (1947-1996)

March 4, 1978

Duke wins the ACC tournament for the first time since 1966.

Feb. 4, 1961

UNC's Larry Brown and Duke star Art Heyman get into a fight. Many credit this game as starting the "heat" in the rivalry.

Feb. 24, 1979

Duke defeats UNC 47-40.

March 4, 1978

Duke fans celebrate the 1978 ACC championship victory.

Feb. 4, 1961

Duke cheerleaders rally the fans as the team huddles on the baseline.

Feb. 24, 1979

At halftime, Duke leads UNC 7-0. This game is credited with leading to the creation of the collegiate shot clock.

March 4, 1978

Duke defeats Wake Forest in Greensboro for the ACC tournament championship.

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Duke Football (1930-1994)

Nov. 15, 1941

Duke defeats UNC 20-0 to help secure an invitation to the Rose Bowl.

Nov. 5, 1960

Duke hands Navy and Heisman Trophy winner Joe Bellino their only loss of the 1960 season.

Jan. 1, 1955

Duke and Nebraska square off in the 1955 Orange Bowl.

Nov. 15, 1941

UNC kicks off to Duke less than a month before the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Nov. 5, 1960

The Duke Blue Devil mascot looks on during a home victory against Navy.

Jan. 1, 1955

Duke defeats Nebraska 34-7 in the 1955 Orange Bowl.

1935

Clarence "Ace" Parker, Duke's first All-American Back, returns an N.C. State punt 70 yards.

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