BRATTON, JOHNNY-TUZO PORTUGUEZ WIRE PHOTO (1953)

On February 23, 1953 at the Eastern Parkway Arena in Brooklyn, New York welterweights Johnny Bratton and Tuzo Portuguez battled in the main event. Bratton knocked Potuguez out in the 5th round. Bratton was nearly stopped in the 4th when he was hurt along the ropes, but he rallied to floor Portuguez for the count with two right hands. Offered here is an original wire photo from this fight depicting action.
This is an original United Press Internatuional wire photo with their caption and stamp on back. Clean front and back. Bold, clear image. Not creased. Minor closed tear on top border. Minor edge and corner wear. 7" x 9 1/4."