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HISTORY: Robert Fitzsimmons was born on May 26, 1863 in Helston, Cornwall, England. He won the World Middleweight Title on January 14, 1891 from Jack Dempsey. On March 17, 1897 he won the World Heavyweight Title from James Corbett. He later won the World Light Heavyweight Title on November 25, 1903 from George Gardner. He retired after fighting Jersey Bellew on February 20, 1914 with a final record of 43-12 with 6 no decisions, 1 no contest, and 32 KO's.
Offered here is an exceptionally rare, original, real photo postcard of Robert Fitzsimmons posing with his son Young Bob Fitzsimmons who also competed as a boxer. Robert Fitzsimmons i sposing wearing the cloth sash he wore in the ring when he won the heavyweight title from James J. Corbett.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, real photo postcard of Robert Fitzsimmons posing with his son Young Bob Fitzsimmons who also competed as a boxer. Robert Fitzsimmons i sposing wearing the cloth sash he wore in the ring when he won the heavyweight title from James J. Corbett. Dated June 11, 1917. Robert Fitzsimmons died 4 months after this photo was taken. Bold, clear image. Unused postcard. Clean front and back. AZO stamp on back. Not creased or torn. Minor corner wear. 3 3/8" x 5 3/8." Rare, the only we have seen.
