On December 22, 1959, Clint Murchison made the decision to hire Tom Landry as the Head Coach of the team.

The Dallas Cowboys were officially established on January 28, 1960, after Clint Murchison Jr. secured the necessary votes from NFL owners, including a deal with George Preston Marshall, owner of the Redskins, to acquire the rights to the Redskins' fight song.

On March 19, 1960, the Dallas Cowboys officially announced their team name to be Cowboys, after initially considering Dallas Steers and Dallas Rangers. This decision was made to avoid confusion with the American Association Dallas Rangers baseball team.

On July 9, 1960, the Dallas Cowboys commenced their rookie training camp in Oregon. The camp began at Pacific University in Forest Grove before moving to St. John’s Military Academy in Delafield, Wisconsin. The choice of the second location led by Brandt faced challenges due to outdated facilities not suitable for professional athletes.

On August 6, 1960, Eddie LeBaron scored the Cowboys' first-ever touchdown in their first exhibition game against the San Francisco 49ers in Seattle. He set a record for the shortest touchdown pass in league history during a game against the Redskins on October 9, 1960.

On September 10, 1960, the Cowboys played their first game in history at the Cotton Bowl. Tom Franckhauser became the first Cowboy to touch the ball during the game.

On October 9, 1960, Eddie LeBaron set a record for the shortest touchdown pass in league history with his throw to receiver Dick Bielski from the 2-inch line against the Redskins.

In the 1961 NFL Draft, the Cowboys selected Bob Lilly, who later became a Hall of Famer, along with other notable players like E.J. Holub and Billy Shaw.

In 1962, the Cowboys collaborated with IBM to develop a scouting system, led by Salam Qureishi and Gil Brandt, pioneering the early version of 'Moneyball' in professional sports.

In 1963, the Dallas Cowboys finished with a 4-10 record, facing challenges during the season. Despite the setback, the team continued to strive for improvement.

On February 5, 1964, Clint Murchison signed Tom Landry to the longest contract in sports history, a 10-year agreement.

On June 22, 1964, the Cowboys moved to their second temporary headquarters on N. Central Expressway, with plans for another move in 1966.

On December 19, 1966, the Cowboys moved into their third headquarters at 6116 N. Central Expressway, overlooking the team's practice field.

On December 31, 1967, the Cowboys faced the Green Bay Packers in the NFL Championship Game at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. The game, famously known as the 'Ice Bowl', was played in frigid conditions and ended with a heartbreaking 21-17 loss for the Cowboys.

In the 1968 divisional playoffs, the blue-shirted Cowboys were upset by the Cleveland Browns, marking Don Meredith's final game with the team.

In 1969, ground was broken on Texas Stadium in Irving, a Dallas suburb, to serve as the new home for the Cowboys, replacing the Cotton Bowl. The stadium was completed during the 1971 season.

The Dallas Cowboys had a 10–4 season in 1970, making it to the playoffs and eventually qualifying for their first Super Bowl appearance in franchise history, where they lost to the Baltimore Colts.

The Dallas Cowboys made it to Superbowl V in 1971 but unfortunately lost to Baltimore on a last second touchdown.

After playing their first two home games in 1971 at the Cotton Bowl, the Dallas Cowboys opened Texas Stadium in Irving on October 24, 1971.

In January 16, 1972, the Dallas Cowboys won their first Superbowl, defeating the Miami Dolphins 24-3 in Superbowl VI. This victory marked a significant moment for the team and coach Tom Landry.

The Cowboys relocated their practice to the Cotton Bowl during Redskin week, making it their fifth practice facility. This decision was likely made to change the team's routine and prepare for the upcoming game.

After the 1974 season, Bob Lilly retired, ending his 14-year Hall of Fame career with the Dallas Cowboys.

After missing the playoffs in 1974, the Dallas Cowboys added defensive lineman Randy White and linebacker Thomas 'Hollywood' Henderson in the following year, helping them secure a spot in the playoffs as a wild card team.

In a 1976 regular season road game, the Cowboys wearing blue uniforms were defeated by the St. Louis Cardinals, ending their undefeated streak.

1977 saw the Dallas Cowboys clinching the Superbowl victory under the coaching of Tom Landry. They finished the regular season with a record of 12-2-0 and went on to have a flawless 3-0 post season.

The Cowboys secured a victory against the Los Angeles Rams in the 1978 NFC Championship Game while wearing their blue uniforms.

In 1979, the Dallas Cowboys secured the NFC East title with a dramatic victory over the Washington Redskins. The season ended with a playoff loss to the Los Angeles Rams.

In 1980, Bob Lilly, also known as 'Mr. Cowboy', was honored with induction into the NFL Hall of Fame.

In 1981, the Dallas Cowboys faced the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship Game. Despite leading late in the game, a fumble by Danny White led to a 28-27 loss, preventing the Cowboys from reaching the Super Bowl.

The Dallas Cowboys lost the 1982 NFC title game, which marked the end of an era for the team.

On November 29, 1983, the Dallas Cowboys broke ground on a 30-acre office and training facility in Valley Ranch.

In 1984, Bum Bright bought the Dallas Cowboys for $84 million.

Players and coaches of the Dallas Cowboys relocated to the new Valley Ranch facility on August 27, 1985. This move marked a significant shift as the team's practice facility and office complex were now in the same area.

In the Spring of 1986, there was a plan for legendary coach Tom Landry to retire at the end of the season, but he did not follow through. There were discussions about bringing in a new coach to revive the team's offense.

In 1987, Tom Landry surprised everyone by deciding not to retire, despite the plans of his GM and owner. This decision was revealed during a press conference, catching many off guard.

On February 25, 1989, Jerry Jones bought the Dallas Cowboys from H.R. “Bum” Bright for $140 million.

Jerry Jones bought the Dallas Cowboys from H.R. 'Bum' Bright for $150 million in 1989.

On October 12, 1989, a significant trade occurred involving running back Herschel Walker being sent from the Dallas Cowboys to the Minnesota Vikings. This trade, which also included the San Diego Chargers, eventually involved 18 players and draft picks, providing Dallas with the resources to win three Super Bowls in the 1990s.

In 1990, Tom Landry became the first Cowboys coach to be inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame. This recognition highlighted his successful career and contributions to the sport.

In the 1991 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys made key selections including Russell Maryland, Alvin Harper, and Erik Williams, shaping the team's future success.

From 1992 to 1995, the Cowboys won three out of four Super Bowls under head coaches Jimmy Johnson and Barry Switzer.

In 1992, the Dallas Cowboys set a team record for regular-season wins with a 13-3 mark and went on to win Super Bowl XXVII by defeating the Buffalo Bills 52-17. This victory marked their first Super Bowl win since 1978.

Despite starting the 1993 season 0-2, the Dallas Cowboys won Super Bowl XXVIII by defeating the Buffalo Bills 30-13. They became the first team in NFL history to win a Super Bowl after starting 0-2.

On January 30, 1994, the Dallas Cowboys defeated Buffalo 30-13 in Superbowl XXVIII, replaying the 1993 season.

On March 29, 1994, Jerry Jones made a controversial statement at a hotel bar in Orlando, telling reporters that there are 500 coaches who could have won the Super Bowl with the Dallas Cowboys team.

On November 24, 1994, the Cowboys unveiled their white 'Double-Star' jersey during a Thanksgiving Day game, which later became memorable for Jason Garrett's heroics against the Green Bay Packers.

In 1995, the Dallas Cowboys won Super Bowl XXX by defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers 27-17. This victory marked their fifth Super Bowl win in franchise history.

Dallas Cowboys opened their season by defeating their division rival New York Giants 35-0 at Giants Stadium on September 4, 1995.

On January 28, 1996, the Dallas Cowboys won their 5th Super Bowl by defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers with a score of 27-17.

In 1997, the Dallas Cowboys had a disappointing season with a 6-10 record due to injuries, aging players, discipline problems, and drug-related suspensions.

Despite winning the NFC East championship with a 10-6 record in 1998, the Dallas Cowboys were upset at home in the Wild Card Round of the playoffs by the Arizona Cardinals, losing 20-7 on January 3, 1998.

In a game against the Philadelphia Eagles on October 10, 1999, star receiver Michael Irvin suffered a career-ending cervical spine injury.

During the opening day game against the Eagles, the Cowboys suffered several concussions, leading to instability in the quarterback position. Eagle players drank pickle juice at halftime, which became known as the Pickle Juice Game.

The Dallas Cowboys had a challenging season in 2001 with changes in the quarterback position, including the release of Aikman and signing of Tony Banks. The team finished at 5–11, last place in the NFC East.

On October 27, 2002, during a game against the Seattle Seahawks, running back Emmitt Smith broke Walter Payton's all-time career rushing record, becoming a significant highlight during the Dave Campo era.

On October 28, 2002, during a home game against the Seattle Seahawks, Emmitt Smith broke the all-time NFL rushing record previously held by Walter Payton, marking a significant milestone in his career.

The Cowboys request the Irving City Council to extend their lease at Texas Stadium, which is set to expire in 2008, on a year-to-year basis. They are considering sites in Las Colinas and Dallas for a new stadium.

The Cowboys reveal their intention to construct a $650 million stadium at Fair Park in Dallas, with $425 million in public financing from hotel-occupancy and car-rental taxes.

Mayor Laura Miller and City Council members express concerns about the noncompete clause with the American Airlines Center hindering negotiations for the Cowboys stadium at Fair Park.

In November 2004, the City of Arlington in Tarrant County passed a vote to build a new stadium adjacent to Ameriquest Field, marking the beginning of the construction of the Cowboys' new stadium where they started playing in 2009.

Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith, and Michael Irvin, known as 'The Triplets,' were honored and inducted into the Ring of Honor during halftime at a Monday Night Football game against the Washington Redskins.

The city of Arlington starts demolishing houses to make way for the construction of the new Cowboys stadium, which will feature 414 luxury suites and a two-panel retractable roof.

The Dallas Cowboys defeated Tampa Bay with a score of 38-10 on Thanksgiving Day, with Tony Romo solidifying his position as quarterback by completing 22-of-29 passes for 306 yards and five touchdowns.

The Dallas Cowboys took a two-game lead in the NFC East by beating the New York Giants in a Week 13 rematch, surprising many with the success of their new quarterback Tony Romo.

On December 12, 2006, Jerry Jones unveiled detailed plans and designs of the Cowboys stadium to the public as the stadium's structure began to take shape.

At the conclusion of the Cowboys' season, head coach Bill Parcells retired, marking the end of an era for the team.

After a search for a replacement head coach, Wade Phillips was hired as the new head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, with Jerry Jones eventually hiring Jason Garrett as offensive coordinator.

In a dramatic game against the Buffalo Bills, the Dallas Cowboys turned the ball over six times, but managed to defeat the Bills with a game-winning field goal by rookie kicker Nick Folk.

Tony Romo signed a $67.5 million contract for six years with the Dallas Cowboys on October 30, 2007, becoming the third highest paid quarterback in the NFL at that time.

On November 29, 2007, the Dallas Cowboys wore their throwback uniform against the Green Bay Packers, deviating from their usual Thanksgiving Day tradition.

Terrell Owens set the franchise record for most touchdown receptions in a single season with 15, during the 2007 season where the Cowboys tied a franchise record by winning 13 regular season games.

After receiving the top NFC playoff seed and a first-round bye, the Dallas Cowboys lost to the New York Giants in the divisional round of the playoffs in 2007.

Adam (Pacman) Jones was suspended by the NFL for a minimum of four weeks after an altercation with his bodyguard.

The Cowboys traded for wide receiver Roy Williams with the Detroit Lions, in exchange for their first, third, and sixth-round picks.

On November 23, 2008, the Dallas Cowboys wore their throwback uniform against the San Francisco 49ers, continuing the tradition of wearing the alternate jersey around Thanksgiving.

After the season ended, Owens was released after receiving a $34 million extension the previous June that was supposed to allow him to retire as a Cowboy.

On May 2, 2009, a windstorm caused the collapse of the Cowboys' practice facility while coaches and players were inside. This tragic event resulted in 12 injuries, with Rich Behm being permanently paralyzed from the waist down and coach Joe DeCamillis suffering a fractured cervical vertebrae.

Jerry Jones announced the official name of the new venue as Cowboys Stadium.

The Cowboys played their first pre-season home game on August 21.

On September 20, 2009, the Dallas Cowboys played their first NFL regular season game in the new stadium against the New York Giants. The Cowboys lost to the Giants 33-31 on a last-second field goal by Lawrence Tynes, with the game attracting a record-breaking crowd of 105,121 viewers.

The Cowboys achieved a victory over the Oakland Raiders on Thanksgiving Day in 2009.

The Dallas Cowboys achieved a significant victory against the New Orleans Saints, who were the eventual Super Bowl XLIV champions, ending the Saints' previously unbeaten season in week 15.

For the first time in franchise history, the Dallas Cowboys posted back-to-back shutouts by defeating their division rivals, the Washington Redskins (17–0) and Philadelphia Eagles (24–0) to end the season.

The Cowboys opened the 2010 season with a loss to the Washington Redskins, who won 13-7.

In Week 2 of the 2010 season, the Cowboys fell to the Chicago Bears 27-20.

After a disastrous loss to the Green Bay Packers, Wade Phillips was fired as the head coach of the Cowboys. He was replaced by offensive coordinator Jason Garrett.

Jon Kitna passed for 327 yards and three touchdowns leading the Cowboys to a victory against the New York Giants.

The Cowboys suffered a home loss to the Philadelphia Eagles which mathematically eliminated them from playoff contention.

In a game commemorating the 10-year anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, the Cowboys lost to the New York Jets after a late interception by Tony Romo.

In a thrilling game against the San Francisco 49ers, the Dallas Cowboys rallied back with Tony Romo throwing 3 touchdown passes to Miles Austin, eventually winning the game in overtime with a game-winning field goal by rookie kicker Dan Bailey.

The Cowboys faced a heavy defeat against the Philadelphia Eagles with a score of 34-7.

Defensive end Charles Haley, offensive lineman Larry Allen, and wide receiver Drew Pearson were inducted into the Ring of Honor during halftime of a game against the Seattle Seahawks.

The Cowboys achieved a dominant victory over the Buffalo Bills with a score of 44-7.

Despite holding a lead of 34-22 with less than 6 minutes to play, the Cowboys lost to the New York Giants after a blocked field goal attempt.

The Cowboys faced the Washington Redskins on Thanksgiving Day in 2012. Despite a comeback attempt in the second half, they ultimately lost the game 38-31.

On December 16, 2012, the Dallas Cowboys secured a victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Cowboys Stadium with a 27-24 margin in overtime.

In a crucial Week 17 game, the Dallas Cowboys were defeated by the Washington Redskins, led by Robert Griffin III, with a score of 28–18. This loss prevented the Cowboys from winning the division title.

Jerry Jones announced the official name change of the venue to AT&T Stadium as part of a naming rights deal.

In a high-scoring game in 2013, the Cowboys faced the Denver Broncos and lost 51-48. Tony Romo threw for over 500 yards and five touchdowns, but a late interception cost them the game.

In another Week 17 showdown for the NFC East crown, the Dallas Cowboys were defeated by the Philadelphia Eagles with a score of 24–22. This loss, with a game-ending interception thrown by backup quarterback Kyle Orton, ended the Cowboys' season at 8–8 for the third consecutive year.

The Dallas Cowboys achieved a significant victory by defeating the Super Bowl XLVIII champion Seattle Seahawks with a score of 30–23 at CenturyLink Field during their 6-game winning streak.

The Cowboys' winning streak was ended by their division rival, the Washington Redskins, in an overtime game where Tony Romo got injured again.

After starting the 2014 season with a loss, the Dallas Cowboys went on to win their next six games, including a victory against the defending Super Bowl champions, the Seattle Seahawks.

The Cowboys played their first game in London against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the NFL International Series, which they won 31–17.

Dallas Cowboys played their traditional Thanksgiving home game against division rival Philadelphia Eagles. Eagles won 33-10, maintaining their first place in the division.

The Cowboys bounced back from their loss to the Eagles by defeating the Chicago Bears 41–28, securing their first winning season since 2009.

In a rematch against Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys took the lead with a 38-27 victory, moving into first place in the division for the first time in the season.

Dallas Cowboys clinched their first division title since 2009 by defeating the Indianapolis Colts 42-7, becoming the 2014 NFC East Champions.

Dallas Cowboys ended the regular season with a 44-17 victory over Washington, finishing with a 12-4 record and an 8-0 away record.

Dallas Cowboys rallied from a 10-point halftime deficit to defeat Detroit Lions 24-20 in the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs, marking the first franchise playoff comeback in such a situation.

In the divisional round, the Cowboys played the Packers and despite having a lead at halftime, they lost 26-21 due to an overturned call of a completed catch by Dez Bryant, challenged by the Packers based on the 'Calvin Johnson rule'.

Safety Darren Woodson was honored and inducted into the Ring of Honor on November 1, 2015.

In the 2015 season, the Cowboys debuted a Color Rush uniform inspired by the 1994 'Double-Star' jersey, worn on Thanksgiving Day games against the Carolina Panthers and later the Washington Football Team in 2020.

Dak Prescott was named NFL Rookie of the Year in the NFL honors on February 4, 2017, after an impressive season with the Cowboys.

On November 13, 2016, the Dallas Cowboys won against the Pittsburgh Steelers with a 35-30 victory at Heinz Field.

After 14 seasons with the Cowboys, quarterback Tony Romo retired on April 4, 2017, marking the end of an era for Dallas.

After a Week 6 bye, the Cowboys returned to form by defeating the San Francisco 49ers with a score of 40-10.

In Week 9, the Cowboys intercepted Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith, becoming the first team that season to do so, leading to a 28-17 victory.

The Cowboys showed their season was far from over by defeating the Washington Redskins 38-14, with standout performances from Alfred Morris and Dez Bryant.

On December 10, 2017, the Dallas Cowboys revealed a navy uniform-white pants combination, debuting it against the Giants.

In a primetime game against the Oakland Raiders, the Cowboys secured a 20-17 victory after a crucial defensive play by Jeff Heath.

Despite Ezekiel Elliott's return from suspension, the Cowboys were eliminated from playoff contention by the Seattle Seahawks with a 21-12 loss.

The Cowboys concluded their season with a 6-0 win against the Philadelphia Eagles, finishing with a 9-7 record.

The Cowboys cut their successful kicker Dan Bailey on September 1, losing his job to Brett Maher.

In Week 5, the Cowboys defeated the Houston Texans 19-16 in overtime.

The Cowboys secured a dominant 40-7 victory against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 6.

The Cowboys suffered a 20-17 loss to the Washington Redskins in Week 7 after a missed field goal by Brett Maher.

Despite a strong start, the Cowboys lost to the Tennessee Titans 28-14 after being shut out in the second half.

Executive Gil Brandt was inducted into the Ring of Honor on November 29, 2018.

The Cowboys secured a 24-22 victory against the Seattle Seahawks in the wild-card round of the playoffs.

The Cowboys lost to the Los Angeles Rams 30-22 in the Divisional round of the playoffs.

In 2020, Don Davidson reminisced about watching the Dallas Texans play against the Pasadena Pistols in a semi-pro league, highlighting his memories of the game.

In a remarkable game against the Atlanta Falcons, the Cowboys staged an incredible comeback from a huge deficit to secure a thrilling victory.

During the 2020 season, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott suffered a severe ankle injury that ended his season. Despite this setback, the team continued to compete for a playoff spot.

Ted Arbuckle shared his experience of working for the Cowboys from 1971 to 1976, mentioning his favorite players like Bob Lilly and Chuck Howley. He also noted George Andrie's achievement of playing on Marquette University's last football team.

In February 2022, a $2.4 million settlement was reached after four cheerleaders accused Rich Dalrymple, the former senior vice president of public relations and communications for the Dallas Cowboys, of voyeurism in their locker room during a 2015 event at AT&T Stadium.

The Dallas Cowboys became the first NFL team to secure a blockchain sponsorship, signing a multi-year contract with Blockchain.com on April 13, 2022. This move marked a significant step in sports marketing and sponsorship.

During a game against Tampa Bay, Dak Prescott injured his hand, leading to a significant period of absence from the field.

In a revenge match against Tampa Bay, the Cowboys emerged victorious with a significant win, marking Tom Brady's final NFL game.

In 2022, the Cowboys brought back their white helmet and navy 'throwback' uniforms, using alternate helmets for the first time since the rule change in 2013.

The Cowboys are actively seeking a No. 2 receiver to support CeeDee Lamb, with the team expected to be active at the NFL trading deadline.

DeMarcus Ware was honored and inducted into the Ring of Honor on October 29, 2023.

Jimmy Johnson was honored and inducted into the Ring of Honor on December 30, 2023.