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HISTORY: On August 17, 1938 at Madison Square Garden in New York world lightweight champion Lou Ambers defended his title against Henry Armstrong. The fight had originally been scheduled at the Polo Grounds on August 10, 1938. Armstrong won the fight and title by 15 round split decision. Scoring: 8-6-1 (Armstrong), 7-6-2 (Armstrong), 8-7 (Ambers). Armstrong was penalized 4 rounds, which were awarded to Ambers. Named #12 Greatest Title Fight of All-Time by The Ring Magazine in 1996.
Offered here is an original, type 1, wire photo which depicts Ambers down in the 6th round.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, Associated Press, type 1, wire photo with their stamp and full caption on back. Clean front and back. Bold image. Not creased or torn. 7" x 9."
