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HISTORY: John L. Sullivan was born on October 15, 1858 in Roxbury, Boston, MA. He is the link between bare knuckles and glove fighting and is considered to be one of the best heavyweights ever. He held the undisputed World Heavyweight Boxing Championship for ten years, winning it in 1882 from Paddy Ryan and losing it in 1892 to James J. Corbett. Other notable fighters he fought and defeated included Jake Kilrain, Charlie Mitchell and Dominic McCaffrey. Offered here is a very rare cabinet card of John L. Sullivan as he appeared in period dress as world heavyweight champion.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original cabinet card of John L. Sullivan. "John L. Sullivan Champion Of The World" printed stamp on lower mount. Bold, clear image. Not creased or torn. Corner wear. Clean front and back. Bold, clear image. 4 1/4" x 6 1/2." A scarce image of Sullivan when he was world heavyweight champion.
