LOUIS, JOE-TONY GALENTO WIRE PHOTO (1939-FINAL SEQUENCE)

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 ferious beating on "Two Ton" Tony before stopping him in the fourth round. Presented here is an original wirephoto depicting the final sequence which ended the fight.
This is an original Associated Press wire photo with their caption and stamp on the back. Bold, clear images. Clean front and back. Crease in upper right corner. Minor edge wear. 8" x 11 3/4."