LOUIS, JOE-JERSEY JOE WALCOTT II WIRE PHOTO (1948-END OF FIGHT)

On June 25, 1948 World Heavyweight Champion Joe Louis defended his title against Jersey Joe Walcott at Yankee Stadium in New York. These two had fought six months earlier and although Louis had retained his title by 15 round decision most observers, including Louis, thought Walcott had won. This was the rematch and this time Louis took care of all doubts stopping Walcott in eleven rounds. Presented here is an original wire photo depicting Walcott down at the end of the fight/
This is an original Planet News wire photo with their stamp and caption on the back. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Creased in two right corners. Some surface wear. 6" x 8."