LOUIS, JOE-BILLY CONN II OFFICIAL PROGRAM (1946)

HISTORY: On June 19, 1946 World Heavyweight Champion Joe Louis fought tough Billy Conn for the second time in New York. Louis had a very difficult time with Conn in their first meeting, but not this time as he stopped Conn in 8 rounds. In addition to being an important fight, this event had the added significance of being the first World Heavyweight Championship broadcast on that new medium television. NBC telecast the fight and was sponsored by Gillette Safety Razor Company. Presented here is the official program for the event.

FULL DESCRIPTION: Official program has 68 pages with profiles, photos and records of the fighters. Color cover is a graphic rendition of the fighters. Unscored. has a slight center crease. Has some light staining which does not detract from the program. Complete and intact with a tight binding. Oversized. 8 3/4" x 11 1/2."