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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, type 2 photo depicting the fighters in the ring battling which has been signed by Jess Willard. Authenticated by PSA/DNA.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, type 2 action photo. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Not creased or torn, but has a compression at bottom border. Boldly signed in ink, "Jess Willard Mar 26-1915 Age 32 Height 6 ft 6 in Weight 235." 6" x 7 1/2."
We have not seen another signed Jess Willard photo from the Jack Johnson fight.
