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HISTORY: Pancho Villa (Francisco Guilledo) was born in the Philippines on August 1, 1901. He began his professional career in the Philippines in 1919. On June 18, 1923 he knocked out Jimmy Wilde to win the World Flyweight Title. He defended that title four times successfully. On July 14, 1925 he died in San Francisco from blood poisoning caused by an ulcerated tooth. His final career mark was 88-9-5 with 22 wins by knockout and 3 no decisions. In addition to Wilde he posted victories over Mike Ballerino, Johnny Buff, Abe Goldstein, and Bud Taylor. Presented here is an original wire photo of Pancho Villa with two of his admirers on the occasion of him returning home to Manila in the Philippines after winning the title . Dated December 16, 1924.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, Wide World Photos wire photo with their stamp and full caption on back. Bold, clear image. Clean. Not creased. Mild edge and corner wear. 6" x 8."
