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HISTORY: Henry Armstrong was the first man to hold three World Titles at the same time. He accomplished this in 1938 when he defeated Lou Ambers to win the World Lightweight Title. He had previously defeated Petey Sarron in 1937 to win the World Featherweight Title and Barney Ross in 1938 to win the World Welterweight Title. A deeply religious man, he had his autobiography published in 1956 entitled, Gloves, Glory and God. Presented here is an original photograph of Henry Armstrong which he has signed.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, first generation photo of Armstrong in bust pose wearing a suit. Signed in ink and dated 1953. Clean front and back. Not torn. Slight small fold at upper right corner. Minor surface wear. 7 3/4" x 9 5/8." Scarce early photo and signature of Henry Armstrong.
