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Death. 1910-08-10. Nationality. USA. Joe Gans (born Joseph Gant; November 25, 1874 – August 10, 1910) was an American professional boxer. Gans was rated the greatest Lightweight boxer of all-time by boxing historian and Ring Magazine founder, Nat Fleischer. Known as the "Old Master", he became the first African-American World Boxing Champion ...
Joe Gans, born Joseph Gant on November 25, 1874, in Baltimore, Maryland, stands as a pivotal figure in the history of professional boxing. Renowned as the “Old Master,” Gans was a trailblazer in the sport, showcasing not only exceptional skill inside the ring but also resilience and determination that left an indelible mark on the sweet science.
28 de nov. de 2022 · Lessons From The Old Master. November 28, 2022 Lee Wylie. Joe Gans was a pugilistic pioneer. He innovated many now common boxing techniques and his crafty ways and unmatched ring intelligence earned him the nickname “The Old Master.”. More than one boxing reporter from Gans’ era pegged him as the greatest boxer who had ever lived.
Joe Gans (Joseph Saifus Butts) The Old Master. November 25, 1874 – August 10, 1910. The Longest Fight On Labor Day, 1906, in Goldfield, Nevada, Gans and Nelson were matched in the first Fight of the Century promoted by Tex Rickard, who would later achieve greater fame by promoting Jack Dempsey’s million-dollar fights.
Joe Gans, lightweight champion of the world from 1902-1908, whose talent, polished professional style, and punching power earned him the magnificent title of “The Old Master”, was as dominate a fighter as any who ever donned gloves. Gans was a defensive master as well as a devastating puncher. He attacked vital points with pinpoint accuracy and threw every punch perfectly, in combinations ...
18 de jun. de 2011 · Name: Baby Joe Gans Birth Name: Gerald Slaughter Hometown: Los Angeles, California, USA Birthplace: El Paso, Texas, USA Died: 1959-04-20 (Age:60) Height: 168cm Pro Boxer: Record Manager: Cherokee Tom Cox, Gus Wilson (1935) Photo #2; Photo #3; The Feb. 23, 1927 Tacoma News Tribune (Tacoma, WA, USA) reported that Baby Joe Gans's record at the time was 92 total bouts, with 45 KOs, and three ...
