SCHMELING, MAX WIRE PHOTO (1936-TRAINING FOR FIRST LOUIS FIGHT)

On June 19, 1936, Joe Louis and Max Schmeling fought in the main event at Yankee Stadium. Louis was undefeated and a rising star in the division. This fight was seen as another stepping stone to a title shot for Louis. In a stunning upset Schmeling would KO Louis in the 12th round. Presented here is an original wire photo of Max Schmeling with Mr. Walker of the Athletic Commission on May 23, 1936 in Napanoch, New York as Schmeling trains for his june 18, 1936 encounter with Joe Louis.
This is an original International News Photo wire photo with their stamp and caption on the back. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Creased in lower right corner. Edge and corner wear. 6 1/2" x 8 1/2."