LOUIS, JOE-MAX SCHMELING I WIRE PHOTO (1936)

On June 19, 1936, Joe Louis and Max Schmeling fought in the main event at Yankee Stadium. Louis was undefeated and a rising star in the division. This fight was seen as another stepping stone to a title shot for Louis. In a stunning upset Schmeling would KO Louis in the 12th round. Presented here is an original wirephoto of the two fighters in action from the bout.
This is an original wirephoto from the Louis-Schmeling I bout.The photo measures 8 inches by 10 inches.The photo has photographers markings in pencil on the bottom border.The edges are somewhat curled.The ccorners are clean.The back has the attached newspaper article with the same photo dated 1936.The images are vivid.