Something for this evening that @Curt_Burner will appreciate.

Joe Louis vs “Jersey” Joe Walcott.

Yankee Stadium, June 25, 1948.

Fun fact…there is no way my grandfather paid $50 for this ticket. He worked at a country club so chances are someone gave this to him. Bonus fun fact…this was my grandmother’s birthday.

1948 Leaf #48, Joe Louis 🥊 “The Brown Bomber”
Americans admire the toughest boxers. Joe Louis was the toughest and was universally loved for not just his toughness but also for his incredible punching power, and the way he carried himself as a champion.

Joe Louis vs “Jersey” Joe Walcott.

Yankee Stadium, June 25, 1948.

2 funny things about this stub…

There’s no way my grandfather paid $50 for this ticket and June 25th is my grandmothers birthday.

@Curt_Burner will appreciate this one.

In 1935, he stepped in with Joe Louis. 6’1, 210 pounds. Smaller, faster, sharper. Louis dropped him in six.

That night, size meant nothing.

But Carnera was not just a spectacle. Former champ. Wrestling draw. Postwar film star. A towering force who carved out his legacy.

1948 Leaf #48, Joe Louis. ⭐🥊⭐
Joe Louis, the “Brown Bomber,” was one of the most dominant and influential boxers in history. He ruled the boxing world as heavyweight champion from 1937 to 1949 — a record 12-year tenure — and successfully defended his title 26 times, also a record. Known for his devastating punching power, precise technique, and calm demeanor in the ring, Louis became a unifying figure in American sports during a time of racial segregation. His 1938 rematch victory over German Max Schmeling carried profound political symbolism on the eve of World War II, boosting American morale and challenging Nazi propaganda. Beyond his athletic achievements, Louis helped break racial barriers in boxing, paving the way for future African American champions. His combination of dominance, dignity, and cultural significance secured his place as both a sports legend and an enduring symbol of pride and perseverance.

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