JOHNSON, JACK-JESS WILLARD REAL PHOTO POSTCARD (1915-END OF FIGHT)

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Regular price $550.00

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 a real photo postcard from this fight depicting the end of the fight with Willard standing over the fallen Johnson.
This is an original real photo postcard with the photography by Dana Studios. Bold, clear image. Unused postcard with AZO stamp on reverse. Clean front and back. Minor compression at top. Not creased or torn. Minor edge and corner wear. 3 1/2" x 5 1/2."

Size: 3 1/2 x 5 1/2

Condition: excellent