The Burns-Johnson Fight (partially found footage of boxing match; 1908): Revision history

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24 September 2023

  • curprev 08:3208:32, 24 September 2023SpaceManiac888 talk contribs 47,149 bytes +47,149 Another milestone in boxing history, as Jack Johnson's victory over Tommy Burns meant he became the first black boxing World Heavyweight Champion, in an era where the color bar was regularly enforced. A film was created lasting 2 hours, also featuring both boxers' training regimes which added to the narrative somewhat. Most people probably know of Johnson's successful yet difficult and controversial career. But did you know Burns' life sadly took a downward spiral following this?