MARCIANO, ROCKY-JERSEY JOE WALCOTT I WIRE PHOTO (1952)

On September 23, 1952 World Heavyweight Champion Jersey Joe Walcott defended his title against Rocky Marciano at Municipal Stadium in Philadelphia. Marciano was well behind on points when he dramatically stopped Walcott in the 13th round with one of the most memorable punches thrown in the history of boxing. The era of Rocky Marciano's reign as World Heavyweight Champion had begun. Presented here is a wirephoto from this bout.
This wirephoto from the Marciano-Walcott bout is 7 1/4" x 9." There are small creases along the edges of the photo. The corners are slightly soft. Clean with no rips or tears.