WILLARD, JESS ORIGINAL TRAINING CAMP REAL PHOTO POSTCARD (1915-TRAINING FOR JOHNSON)

JO Sports Inc.

Regular price $275.00

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, real photo postcard  depicting Jess Willard sparring with Jack Phelan at Camp Johnston, Florida as he prepared for his upcoming fight with Jack Johnson.

FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, real photo postcard with AZO stamp on back. Unused.  Bold, clear image. Clean back and front. Not torn. Minor corner crease in upper right corner. Minor corner wear. 3 1/2" x 5 1/2."

Size: 3 1/2" x 5 1/2"

Condition: Excellent