What is the capacity of Jonah Field at War Memorial Stadium?

War Memorial Stadium is the highest FBS stadium at 7,222 feet elevation. "The War" opened in 1950 to honor WWII veterans and has seen Wyoming win 70% of games played there.

🏛️History

Origins

Opened September 16, 1950 as memorial to WWI and WWII veterans. First game: 61-13 win over Montana State before 5,500 fans.

Major Renovations

1970Upper deck and press box added on west side

1988Permanent lighting installed for night games

2016Renamed Jonah Field at War Memorial Stadium

Notable Moments

Sep 23, 1950Dedication game: Wyoming upset nationally-ranked Baylor 7-0

1997Record attendance of 34,745 for Border War rivalry

Oct 1969The Black 14 incident—pivotal moment in college athletics history

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

29,181 seats with stunning mountain views. Altitude affects visiting teams.

Parking Tips

Campus lots available. Laramie is small town; arrive early.

Game Day

Highest FBS stadium creates unique challenge. Cowboys went 10-0-0 in 1950. 1988 WAC Championship under Paul Roach.

🔥Rivals

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LaVell Edwards Stadium

BYU

Provo, UT

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Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium

Colorado State

Battle for the Bronze Boot

Fort Collins, CO

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Clarence T. C. Ching Athletics Complex

Hawaiʻi

Battle for the Paniolo

Honolulu, HI

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Merlin Olsen Field at Maverik Stadium

Utah State

Bridger's Battle

Logan, UT

Stadiums Near Jonah Field at War Memorial Stadium

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Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium

Colorado State

Fort Collins, CO57 mi

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Nottingham Field

Northern Colorado Bears

Greeley, Colorado77 mi

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Folsom Field

Colorado

Boulder, CO91 mi

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Coors Field

Colorado Rockies

Denver, CO112 mi

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Empower Field at Mile High

Denver Broncos

Denver, CO112 mi

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Falcon Stadium

Air Force

USAF Academy, CO164 mi

References

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