MCLAGLEN, VICTOR ANTIQUE PHOTO

Victor McLaglen was a strong puncher who made more money after his fighting career when he became a movie actor than he did as a fighter. He lived in Cape Town, South Africa as a youngster and for years claimed it as his hometown; His father was the Bishop of Claremont. Two of his six brothers boxed without much success; His other brothers performed as an acrobatic troupe called The Romano Brothers. At various times in his life, he lived as a prospector in Canada, a policeman, a professional wrestler, a circus strongman, and a movie actor. McLaglen was big and strong and a White Hope of the teens and once fought jack Johnson.Offered here is an original promotional photo of Victor McLaglen.
This photo measures 8 inches by 10 inches.The photo has a crease in the lower left corner.The rest of the corners and edges sshow some minor wear.The is some red ink on the top edge.The back has a taped on bio of his life.Minor soiling.The image is vivid.