"Willard Wins in 26th Round -- Knockout," April 5, 1915
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Artifact Overview
In a 1915 fight in Cuba, Jess Willard defeated Jack Johnson and became the new heavyweight boxing champion. The two men, in fighting stance, are depicted in this composite photograph. Another image illustrates Willard's 83-inch reach. At 6 feet, 6 inches (and a quarter), he was one of the tallest heavyweight champions in history.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Photographic print
Subject Date
05 April 1915
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
81.121.31.18
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Cardboard
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 13.75 in
Width: 14 in
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