LOUIS, JOE-MAX SCHMELING II LARGE FORMAT ORIGINAL PHOTO (1938)

Joe Louis fought Max Schmeling for the second time on June 22, 1938 at Yankee Stadium. Louis knocked Schmeling out in the first round to regain the World Heavyweight Title. This was one of the most historic fights in boxing history, fought against the backdrop of the rise of Hitler and Nazi Germany and the loaming second World War. Presented here is a rare original large format photograph depicting Louis and Schmeling in action during the fight.
An 11" x 14" original large format photograph mounted on board. Some edge and surface wear. Clear sharp image. Extremely rare in this size.