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HISTORY: On April 5, 1915 in Havana, Cuba World Heavyweight Champion Jack Johnson fought Jess Willard. Under a grueling sun the two fought for 26 rounds when suddenly the giant Jess Willard stopped the aging Johnson with a hard straight right hand. Johnson later claimed to have thrown the fight, but most ring historians dismiss this claim. The fight was of great note. Offered here is an original, first generation photo depicting Jess Willard standing with his training camp in preparation for his fight with Jack Johnson. From left to right: Sten Figmarca (Toledo), Danny Goodman (Chicago), Jess Willard (Kansas), Francie Sinnet (Chicago) and Bob Norworth (Portland, Oregon).
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, first generation photo depicting Jess Willard standing with his training camp in preparation for his fight with Jack Johnson. From left to right: Sten Figmarca (Toledo), Danny Goodman (Chicago), Jess Willard (Kansas), Francie Sinnet (Chicago) and Bob Norworth (Portland, Oregon). Bold, clear image. Print marks on border, otherwise clean. Not torn. Minor corner crease in upper right corner. Minor corner wear. 4 1/2" x 6 1/2."
