LOUIS, JOE-TONY GALENTO WIRE PHOTO (1939)

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 wire photo depicting 2nd round action.
This is an original International News Photos wire photo with their stamp and caption on the back. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Minor creases in both left corners. 8" x 10."