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

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. Presented here is an original wirephoto.
This photo measures 7 inches by 9 inches.the photo has a crease in the lower left corner.There are several cut marks and a black ink mark across the face of the photo.There is minor edge wear.The back has the attached wire info and is dated.