SCHMELING, MAX WIRE PHOTO (1931-TRAINING FOR STRIBLING)

On July 3, 1931 at Municipal Stadium in Cleveland, Ohio world heavyweight champion Max Schmeling defended his title against Young Stribling. In an exciting fight dubbed the "Fight Of The Year For 1931" by Ring Magazine Schmeling prevailed stopping Stribling in the 15th round. Offered here is an original wire photo depicting Max Schmeling with his manager Joe Jacobs and trainer Max Machon at his training camp as he prepared for Stribling.
This is an original wire photo with stamp on the back. No caption. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Tiny creases in white corners. Minor edge wear. 8" x 10."