HISTORY: On October 26, 1951 at Madison Square Garden in New York rising heavyweight star and future champion Rocky Marciano fought aging former champion Joe Louis. Marciano dominated and stopped Louis in the 8th round. Louis was knocked down twice in the 8th. Marciano dropped Louis for an 8-count with a left hook, and then sent him through the ropes for the knockout. Referee Rudy Goldstein calls a halt without a count. Offered here is a wire photo depicting the end of the fight with Louis sprawled into the ropes.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original ACME wire photo with their stamp and caption on the back. Bold, clear image. Clean fornt and back. Not creased or torn. Minor edge and corner wear. 7" x 9."
