LOUIS, JOE-BILLY CONN II WIRE PHOTO (1946)

On June 19, 1946, Joe Louis fought Billy Conn for the second time for the Heavyweight Title at Yankee Stadium in New York. In the first meeting Conn was well ahead on points late in the fight before being stopped. This fight was dominated by Joe Louis from the start en route to knocking Conn in the 8th round. Offered here is an original wire photo depicting Billy Conn landing a left jab on the chin of Louis.
This is an original ACME wire photo with their stamp on the back. No caption, but fight is labeled on back. Bold, clear image. Not creased, but does have several compressions and slight cracking. Edge wear. Minor soiling to white border. 7" x 9."