DEMPSEY, JACK ORIGINAL WIRE PHOTO

Jack Dempsey was born on June 24, 1895 in Manassa, Colorado. He defeated Jess Willard on July 4, 1919 to win the World Heavyweight Title and held the title until September 23, 1926 when he lost to Gene Tunney. Dempsey announced his retirement in February of 1928 with a final record of 64-6-9 with 49 KO's. Presented here is an original antique wirephoto of Jack Dempsey and Jerry Luvadio. It is an International News Photo.
This original antique photo of Jack Dempsey is 8" x 10." There are creases in the corners and there is a rip in the upper right side. There is some soiling along the edges and wear in the upper right side.