ROBINSON, SUGAR RAY PREPARING FOR LAMOTTA WIRE PHOTO (1951)

Sugar Ray Robinson fought Jake Lamotta on February 14, 1951 in Chicago. Robinson knocked Lamotta out in the 13th round to win the World Middleweight Title in a fight often remembered as the St. Valentine Day's Massacre. Offered here is an original wire photo of Sugar Ray Robinson in training camp on January 28, 1951 preparing for a familiar foe, Jake LaMotta.
This is an original Chicago Times wire photo which includes their stamp on the reverse with the original newspaper caption. No creases or tears. Bold, clear image. Clean. Minor edge and corner wear. Minor surface wear. 7 7/8" x 9 5/8."