See rare color images from the Milwaukee Brewers first opening day in 1970

This closer aerial of Milwaukee County Stadium during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970, clearly shows the Packers football field running from the third-base line to the right field bleachers. Despite the fanfare and large crowd the Brewers fell to the California Angels 12-0.

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Russ Snyder talks to an unidentified reporter before the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. It was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

National CBS commentator Heywood Hale Broun during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. It was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Former Milwaukee Braves manager and special consultant with the California Angels Fred Haney (left) pointed out some familiar territory to American League President Joe Cronin at Milwaukee County Stadium during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. It was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Brewers pitcher Bob Locker shakes hands with a fan during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. It was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Commisioner of Baseball Bowie Kuhn and American League president Joe Cronin clap at home plate as Brewers president Bud Selig walks up to accept a commemorative baseball during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. It was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

The Brewers lined up in the dugout for pre-game ceremonies during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. It was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

An unidentified Brewers player jogs out from the dugout for introductions during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. It was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Wisconsin Governor Warren Knowles walks down the baseline shaking hands with Brewers players during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. It was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Brewers players line up along first base for introductions in the pre-game ceremony during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. Manager Dave Bristol is on the end. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Brewers players line up along first base for introductions in the pre-game ceremony during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Brewers and Angels players line up along the baselines as the color guard presents flags for the National Anthem during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

A military honor guard presents the colors during the National Anthem at the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

County Executive John Doyne throws out the first pitch during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Brewers catcher Jerry McNertney catches the first pitch from Milwaukee County Executive John Doyne during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Brewers manager Dave Bristol and Angels manager Lefty Phillips meet with the umpires pre-game during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

The Brewers take the field at their first opening day in Milwaukee. The first opening day for the Milwaukee Brewers. The team had been moved from Seattle less than a week before opening day. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers lose to the Angels 12-0. County Stadium Date is April 7, 1970 In drawer of loose negatives.

Fans enjoy the game in the lower grandstand along the third base line during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Fans behind home plate watch game action during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Fans cheer as the Brewers take the field during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Fans in right field cheer during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

More than 37.,000 fans enjoy the action during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Neighborhood pals Jack Jung, 12, Scott Zuehlke, 12, and Thomas Ehlert, 11, cheer on the Brewers during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Not even a lopsided score dampened the spirit of these fans as they cheered on their Brewers during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

California Angles player Jim Hicks tosses balls to fans in the outfield during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Here’s the view from the upperdeck along the first base line during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Brewers manager Dave Bristol visits pitcher John Gelnar and catcher Jerry McNertney during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Fans cheered on the Brewers by holding up "GO" signs and blowing horns during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Fans intently watch game action during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Fans tape down a sign in the outfield that says "Brewer bums" during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Brewers manager Dave Bristol during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Two Milwaukee Braves fans were on hand to cheer on the Brewers during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Excited fans react to a play during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

A concessions worker sells Brewers merchandise during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Fans in the lower grandstand bundle up during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Fans in the stands watch game action during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Fans in the stands watch game action during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

A Brewers fan in the bleachers wore a red military helmet with the word "Bums" written on the front during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Fans from Whitewater fraternity hold up a sign that says "WSU-Whitewater Phi-Sig's rollout barrel for Brewers" during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Neighborhood pals Jack Jung, 12, Scott Zuehlke, 12, and Thomas Ehlert, 11, cheer on the Brewers during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Brewers infielder Tommy Harper (21) takes a swing during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Brewers starter Lew Krausse (24) throws a pitch against the Angels. Krausse lasted three innings giving up four runs during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Brewers starter Lew Krausse (24) throws a pitch during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Here’s the view from the left field corner in the upperdeck during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Brewers starter Lew Krausse (24) eyes up his next pitch during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Brewers starter Lew Krausse (24) delivers a pitch during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

More than 37,000 fans filled the grandstand and bleachers, shouting and cheering for the new home team during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0. The opening day crowd topped the attendance at the Braves' 1953 stadium opener.

Excited fans displayed a sign that said "Go Braves No. 2" during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Joyous fans in the stands were excited to have baseball back in Milwaukee. This young fan brought his saxophone along to help root on the team during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.

Joyous fans cheered on the team during the Brewers' first opening day on April 7, 1970. The game was also the season opener for the Brewers. A crowd of 37,237 saw the Brewers fall to the California Angels 12-0.