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Jimmy Wilde with his wife after returning from his American tour Wilde was
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Jimmy Wilde with his wife after returning from his American tour Wilde was
Jimmy Wilde with his wife after returning from his American tour
Wilde was Pound for pound the best fighter to be born in Britain. Born in Tylorstown, Wales on on May 15th 1892 and dying in Cardiff on on March 10th 1969 He fought an estimated 500 fights for Jack Scarrott in the Booths before taking to the ring as a professional with 156 contests winning 99 by knockouts with 13 being British, European and World tittle fights
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Captured in this vintage print is the legendary Jimmy Wilde, standing proudly beside his devoted wife after returning from a triumphant American tour. Pound for pound, he was hailed as Britain's finest fighter of all time. Born in Tylorstown, Wales on May 15th, 1892, and bidding farewell to the world in Cardiff on March 10th, 1969, Wilde's remarkable journey unfolded within the realm of boxing. Before stepping into the professional ring where he would leave an indelible mark, Wilde honed his skills under Jack Scarrott's watchful eye at Booths. It is estimated that he engaged in a staggering 500 fights during this period alone. However, it was as a professional boxer that Wilde truly shone bright like no other. With an impressive record of 156 contests under his belt, including numerous British, European and World title bouts - winning an astounding 99 by knockout - Jimmy Wilde became synonymous with raw power and unparalleled skill inside those ropes. This photograph encapsulates not only the physical prowess but also the unwavering support of his beloved wife throughout his illustrious career. As we delve into this snapshot from the roaring twenties filled with action-packed moments and adrenaline-fueled matches at various stations across continents – let us celebrate one man's extraordinary legacy etched forever in boxing history.
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