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HISTORY: Henry Armstrong was the first man to hold three World Titles at the same time. He accomplished this in 1938 when he defeated Lou Ambers to win the World Lightweight Title. He had previously defeated Petey Sarron in 1937 to win the World Featherweight Title and Barney Ross in 1938 to win the World Welterweight Title. A deeply religious man, he had his autobiography published in 1956 entitled, Gloves, Glory and God. Presented here is an original photograph of Henry Armstrong which he has signed along with his trainer and sparring partner Terry Gibson.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, first generation photo of Armstrong with photographer stamp on back. Signed in ink and inscribed by Henry Armstrong, his trainer and welterweight boxer/sparring partner Terry Gibson. Signatures are discernible, but appear light due to writin on dark portion of photo. Clean front and back. Not torn. Slight small fold at lower right corner. Minor corner wear and pin holes at top corners. 8" x 10." Scarce early original photo and signature of Henry Armstrong.
