The Evangeline League began in 1934 as a six–team Class D level minor league with teams based in Louisiana, United States, later adding Mississippi and Texas based franchises. In 1935, the league was expanded to eight teams and ceased operations in 1942, with six teams, during World War II.
The Evangeline League was founded in 1934 as a six-team minor league in Louisiana and later added Mississippi and Texas teams. The league grew to eight teams in 1935 but ceased operations in 1942, with only six teams remaining due to World War II.