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HISTORY: Sam Langford began his professional boxing career on January 13, 1902 with a 3 round victory over Jack McVicker. Known as "The Boston Tar Baby," Langford had one of the best records in boxing for a man denied a shot at a world title. He amassed victories over Joe Jeanette, Young Peter Jackson, Jim Flynn, Harry Wills, Dixie Kid, Philadelphia Jack O'Brien, Sam McVey, Gunboat Smith, and Kid Norfolk. He retired after stopping Fireman Jim Flynn in 3 rounds on October 19, 1923. Presented here is an original, British photo postcard of Sam Langford, circa 1920.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is a circa 1920, British Boxing Series # 2012 photo postcard of Sam Langford in full fight pose entitled Sam Langford The Colored Marvel. Postcard was used and postmarked in 1921. Crease in upper left corner. Not torn. Bold color and print and bold, clear image. Minor soiling. 3 1/2" x 5 1/2." Rare.
