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HISTORY: Jack Dempsey fought Tom Gibbons on July 4, 1923. Dempsey won by decision after 15 rounds to successfully defend his World Heavyweight Title. The fight was held in Shelby, Montana and nearly bankrupted the town. It was forever more known as the "Rape Of Shelby."
Offered here are a rare group of 8 real photo postcards depicting Tommy Gibbons in training for this fight with Jack Dempsey. Three depict Gibbons sparring, one shadow boxing, one skipping rope, one with arms extended, one seated preparing his hands and a beautiful one depicting Gibbons posing with his camp.
FULL DESCRIPTION: These are a rare group of 8 real photo postcards depicting Tommy Gibbons in training for this fight with Jack Dempsey. Three depict Gibbons sparring, one shadow boxing, one skipping rope, one with arms extended, one seated preparing his hands and a beautiful one depicting Gibbons posing with his camp. None have been postmarked. Bold, clear images. Not creased or torn. Notations on reverses. All are 3 3/8" x 5 3/8."
Incredibly rare, the first we have seen.
