GOTCH, FRANK ORIGINAL ORIGINAL TYPE 1 PHOTO

HISTORY: Frank Alvin Gotch (April 27, 1878 - December 17, 1917) was an American professional wrestler back when the contests were largely legitimate (see catch wrestling). He was World Heavyweight Wrestling Champion from 1908 to 1913, and one of the most popular athletes in America from the 1900s to the 1910s. He will perhaps be best remembered for popularizing professional wrestling in the United States. Presented here is a rare original, type 1  photo of Gotch.

FULL DESCRIPTION: This original, type 1 photo of Gotch measures 5 inches by 7 inches. The photo has a 1 1/2 inch tear in the upper left corner that has been repaired from the back with tape. The rest of the photo is clean. The back is blank .The image is vivid.