Tom Landry, a legendary American football coach, died on February 12th, 2000 at age 75. A pioneer of the game of football, Landry coached the Dallas Cowboys for 29 years, starting in 1960 and leading the team to two Super Bowl victories. Prior to coaching the Cowboys, Landry was an esteemed player, first at the University of Texas, where he was an All-Southwest Conference quarterback for two consecutive years and captain of the team in 1949. He was later drafted by the New York Giants and played safety for 11 seasons. He drew on his playing experience and innovative strategies to become one of football's brightest minds. In addition to his two Super Bowl victories, Landry won 13 divisional championships, five NFC titles, and had a winning record 22 times during his 29 years with the Cowboys. Landry was also the first coach in NFL history to use complex tactical commandments. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1990. Landry is survived by his wife Alicia, to whom he was married for 56 years, his two children and five grandchildren. His legacy will live on in the hearts of the many people whose lives he touched throughout his long and illustrious career.