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HISTORY: Jack Dempsey fought Gene Tunney for the second time on September 22, 1927 at Soldier Field in Chicago. Tunney won by decision after 10 rounds. The fight is remembered as the famous "Long Count" fight which resulted when Dempsey knocked Tunney down, but failed to get to a neutral corner allowing Tunney extra time to recover.
Offered here is a scarce, original, official program from this notable fight.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, official program naming and picturing both fighters on the cover. 52 pages complete including covers. Not scored, but weights of each fighter are neatly written in on score page in pencil. Tight binding with no loose pages. Mild cover soiling. No center crease. Mild edge and corner wear. 8 1/2" x 11 1/2."
One of the better examples of this program we have handled.
