MARCIANO, ROCKY-ARCHIE MOORE ORIGINAL WIRE PHOTO (1955-9TH ROUND)

On September 21, 1955 Rocky Marciano defended his Heavyweight Title for the last time defeating Archie Moore in Yankee Stadium. It brought his record to 49-0, a mark challenged but to this day never eclipsed. Moore didn't go easily. He knocked down the champ early, but was himself stopped in the 9th round after being worn down by the relentless attack of Marciano. Offered here is an original wire photo depicting Marciano landing a big right hand that was the beginning of the end of Moore in the 9th round.
This is an original Associated Press wire photo with their stamp and full brown caption on the back. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Tiny corner crease at white borders. No tears. 7" x 9."