LOUIS, JOE-TONY GALENTO ORIGINAL PHOTO (1939-ACTION)

On June 28, 1939 World Heavyweight Champion Joe Louis defended his title against Tony Galento at Yankee Stadium in New York. Galento, a hard punching rough and tumble sort, knocked Louis down early in the fight. Louis recovered and administered a ferocious beating on "Two Ton" Tony before stopping him in the fourth round. Offered here is an original, first generation photograph depicting the referee waving Louis off from more action as Galento staggers to his feet.
This is an original, first generation photograph. Bold, clear image. Clean. Not creased or torn. Minor edge wear. 6" x 7 1/2."