DEMPSEY, JACK & BABE RUTH WIRE PHOTO (1920'S)

Jack Dempsey was born on June 24, 1895 in Manassa, Colorado. He defeated Jess Willard on July 4, 1919 to win the World Heavyweight Title and held the title until September 23, 1926 when he lost to Gene Tunney. Dempsey announced his retirement in February of 1928 with a final record of 64-6-9 with 49 KO's. Presented here is an antique photo of Jack Dempsey and New York Yankee Great Babe Ruth.
This original antique photo of Jack Dempsey and Babe Ruth is 8" x 10." There are two rips in the photo- one along the left edge and one in the lower right corner. There are several creases along the edges and there are tack holes in the corners.