In December 1968 at Philadelphia's historic Franklin Field, the Minnesota Vikings secured their first playoff berth despite chilly conditions and cranky Eagles spectators, capturing the hearts of fans of the Purple and Gold. Although the Vikings reached four Super Bowls from the late 1960s into the late 1970s, they seemed always on the precipice of a major championship--breaking through only once, in 1969--and were the cause of anguish for their loyal followers when they fell to the Dallas Cowboys nearly 10 years later. This book details the team's triumphs and disappointments from 1968 to 1977, with special attention to the Vikings' nine playoff victories and valuable insights by those who were there, including many opposing players.