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- "Willard Wins in 26th Round -- Knockout," April 5, 1915 - 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.
- April 05, 1915
- Collections - Artifact
"Willard Wins in 26th Round -- Knockout," April 5, 1915
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.