SULLIVAN, JOHN L. VICTORY MARCH SHEET MUSIC (EARLY 1880'S)

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. Presented here is an original, sheet music entitled Sullivan's Victory March, composed by Evars, picturing a very young John L. Sullivan on the cover.
This is a two page sheet music which pictures John L. Sullivan on cover. No center crease. Bold color and bold, clear image. Some toning from age. Mild tape stain on edges. Edge and corner wear with a number of small closed tears. 10 3/4" x 14."