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Gene Tunney and Jack Dempsey, c. 1927
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Gene Tunney and Jack Dempsey, c. 1927
Photograph showing Gene Tunney (1897-1978) and Jack Dempsey (1895-1983) the American heavyweight boxers, pictured prior to one of their fights in 1926-7
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1897 1978 1983 Boxers Dempsey Fights Gene Heavy Weight Jack Pictured Prior 1895 1926 1927 C1927 Tunney
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This evocative photograph captures the intense focus and determination of two legendary American heavyweight boxers, Gene Tunney and Jack Dempsey, as they prepare for one of their historic bouts in 1926 or 1927. The image, taken around 1927, shows Tunney, born in 1897, and Dempsey, born in 1895, standing face to face in the ring, each sizing up the other before the opening bell. Tunney, with his focused expression and tight-lipped determination, would go on to defeat Dempsey in a close and controversial decision in the September 22, 1927, fight, known as the "Battle of the Long Count," to become the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. The bout, which took place at the Sesquicentennial Exposition in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was a rematch of their first fight in 1926, which Dempsey had won by technical knockout. The photograph is a testament to the intense rivalry and mutual respect between these two great athletes, who each left an indelible mark on the history of boxing. Tunney, who retired in 1928, is shown here in his prime, while Dempsey, who continued to fight until 1935, would go on to become a beloved figure in American sports and popular culture. This photograph is a valuable historical document, capturing a pivotal moment in the annals of boxing history and offering a glimpse into the intense mental and physical preparation that goes into a heavyweight championship fight. With its rich detail and evocative composition, it is a must-have for any collection of sports memorabilia or historical photographs.
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