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HISTORY: Sugar Ray Robinson was born on May 3, 1921 in Detroit, Michigan. He won the World Welterweight Title in a bout with Tommy Bell on December 20, 1946. On February 14, 1951 he defeated Jake LaMotta to win the World Middleweight Title. He retired on December 10, 1965 with a final record of 175-21-6 with 2 no contest's and 110 KO's.
Offered here is an original, type 1 wire photo depicting Sugar Ray Robinson, back from his European tour, hugging New York City Mayor Vincent Impellitteri on August 2, 1951.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, type 1 wire photo depicting Sugar Ray Robinson, back from his European tour, hugging New York City Mayor Vincent Impellitteri on August 2, 1951. Bold, clear image. Stamped on back by International News Photos and includes their full caption. Clean front and back. Tiny crease in lower right corner. No tears. 7" x 9."
