These Vintage Photos Prove That Roller Derby Has Always Been Cool

First Attempts

The year after WWII came to an end, Seltzer tried to bring Roller Derby to New York's Polo Grounds, but his attempts failed due to 12 straight days of torrential rain. In 1948, Seltzer figured out how to breathe life back into the sport—by broadcasting it on the television.

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