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This day in history: Red Wings play first game at Joe Louis Arena in 1979 - CBS Detroit
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The Joe: The Detroit Red Wings & Joe Louis Arena
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The Joe: The Detroit Red Wings & Joe Louis Arena
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Detroit Red Wings Joe Louis Arena City Print
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Update on Former Detroit-Area Arenas - Arena Digest
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Saying goodbye to Joe Louis Arena
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Detroit Historical Museum pays tribute to the Red Wings
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Fond Farewell Allstate Arena--And Thanks For The Memories - DePaul University Athletics
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Joe Louis' Sacrifice and Service for Equality National Museum of African American History and Culture
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Red Wings legends struggle to define JLA's legacy in one word